Murwara - Biraul, Darbhanga
Murwara is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Arga Usari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwara is 227681. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Darbanga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Murwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murwara
According to the 2011 Census, Murwara village had a total population of 4,483 people, including 2,393 males and 2,090 females, living in 835 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.94%, with male literacy at 71.41% and female literacy at 46.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 627.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,483 | 2,393 | 2,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 841 | 431 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 312 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,401 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,300 | 992 | 1,308 |
Nearby Villages of Murwara
Murwara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murwara
Murwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbanga to Murwara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Murwara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murwara
Where is Murwara located?
Murwara village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Murwara is Arga Usari.
What is the pincode of Murwara?
The pincode of Murwara is 847423.
What is the population of Murwara?
Murwara had a total population of 4,483, including 2,393 males and 2,090 females.
How many households are there in Murwara?
Murwara had 835 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwara was 59.94%. Male literacy was 71.41% and female literacy was 46.55%.