Morangpur - Balrampur, Katihar
Morangpur is a village situated in the Balrampur subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balrampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Shah Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morangpur is 224847. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.15 hectares and falls under the 854317 pincode. Dalkhola(w.b.) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Morangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Morangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Morangpur village had a total population of 196 people, including 104 males and 92 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.06%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 43 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Morangpur
Morangpur 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 Morangpur
Morangpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morangpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalkhola(w.b.) to Morangpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katihar to Morangpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morangpur
Where is Morangpur located?
Morangpur village is located in Balrampur Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Morangpur is Shah Pur.
What is the pincode of Morangpur?
The pincode of Morangpur is 854317.
What is the population of Morangpur?
Morangpur had a total population of 196, including 104 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Morangpur?
Morangpur had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morangpur was 65.06%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 59.49%.