Kusiar Murha - Barsoi, Katihar
Kusiar Murha is a village situated in the Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barsoi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Bansgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kusiar Murha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kusiar Murha is 224999. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 854317 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kusiar Murha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kusiar Murha
According to the 2011 Census, Kusiar Murha village had a total population of 974 people, including 525 males and 449 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.98%, with male literacy at 56.63% and female literacy at 35.77%.
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 | 974 | 525 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 252 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 273 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Kusiar Murha
Kusiar Murha 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 Kusiar Murha
Kusiar Murha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kusiar Murha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Katihar to Kusiar Murha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kusiar Murha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kusiar Murha 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 Kusiar Murha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kusiar Murha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kusiar Murha
Where is Kusiar Murha located?
Kusiar Murha village is located in Barsoi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kusiar Murha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kusiar Murha is Bansgaon.
What is the pincode of Kusiar Murha?
The pincode of Kusiar Murha is 854317.
What is the population of Kusiar Murha?
Kusiar Murha had a total population of 974, including 525 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Kusiar Murha?
Kusiar Murha had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kusiar Murha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kusiar Murha was 46.98%. Male literacy was 56.63% and female literacy was 35.77%.