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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morangpur
As per Census 2011, Morangpur village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 104 males and 92 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morangpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 196, including 104 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Morangpur?
There are 43 households in Morangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Morangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morangpur is 55.10%. Male literacy is 58.65% and female literacy is 51.09%.