Murera - Konch, Gaya
Murera is a village situated in the Konch subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Parsawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murera is 254611. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 824207 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Murera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murera
As per Census 2011, Murera village has a total population of 2,827 people, consisting of 1,477 males and 1,350 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,970 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,827 | 1,477 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 248 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 307 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,094 | 876 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 383 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Murera
Murera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanaudi | South | 1.43 km |
| Rupaspur | North | 1.44 km |
| Parsanwan | East | 2.00 km |
| Parrawan | West | 2.15 km |
| Kabar | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Ghoraha | North | 2.67 km |
| Rajaura | East | 2.83 km |
| Tarari | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Daulatpur | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Pardhana | West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murera
Murera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ismailpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Murera is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Murera is about 38 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 Murera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murera 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murera
Where is Murera located?
Murera village is located in Konch Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murera?
The Gram Panchayat of Murera is Parsawan.
What is the pincode of Murera?
The pincode of Murera is 824207.
What is the population of Murera?
Murera has a total population of 2,827, including 1,477 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Murera?
There are 463 households in Murera.
What is the literacy rate in Murera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murera is 69.69%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 64.89%.