Murgawan - Belaganj, Gaya
Murgawan is a village situated in the Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belaganj and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Irki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murgawan is 254954. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 804403 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Murgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murgawan
As per Census 2011, Murgawan village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 334 males and 308 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 334 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 229 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 247 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 87 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Murgawan
Murgawan 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 Murgawan
Murgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Murgawan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Murgawan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murgawan
Where is Murgawan located?
Murgawan village is located in Belaganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Murgawan is Irki.
What is the pincode of Murgawan?
The pincode of Murgawan is 804403.
What is the population of Murgawan?
Murgawan has a total population of 642, including 334 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Murgawan?
There are 101 households in Murgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Murgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murgawan is 63.86%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 52.92%.