Muraut Village - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Muraut is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kishan Pur Ratwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraut is 226173. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.2 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Muraut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muraut
As per Census 2011, Muraut village has a total population of 2,955 people, consisting of 1,551 males and 1,404 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,361 literate and 1,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muraut are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,955 | 1,551 | 1,404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 326 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 827 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,594 | 724 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Muraut
Muraut 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 Muraut
Muraut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Muraut is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Muraut is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraut 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muraut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muraut
Where is Muraut located?
Muraut village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraut?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraut is Kishan Pur Ratwara.
What is the pincode of Muraut?
The pincode of Muraut is 852219.
What is the population of Muraut?
Muraut has a total population of 2,955, including 1,551 males and 1,404 females.
How many households are there in Muraut?
There are 639 households in Muraut.
What is the literacy rate in Muraut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraut is 46.06%. Male literacy is 53.32% and female literacy is 38.03%.