Murmala - Bahadurganj, Kishanganj

Murmala is a village situated in the Bahadurganj subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurganj and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Desiya Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murmala village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Murmala is 222673. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 855108 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

Murmala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.

Population of Murmala

According to the 2011 Census, Murmala village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 604 males and 618 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.70%, with male literacy at 57.05% and female literacy at 44.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Murmala

Murmala 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Murmala

Murmala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panjipara, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Murmala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Murmala is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Murmala

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murmala village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Murmala

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murmala village are given below:

FAQs about Murmala