Murli Chandwa - Kishanganj, Madhepura
Murli Chandwa is a village situated in the Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Laskari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murli Chandwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murli Chandwa is 226099. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 852220 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Murli Chandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murli Chandwa
As per Census 2011, Murli Chandwa village has a total population of 3,526 people, consisting of 1,873 males and 1,653 females. The village has 690 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 1,655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murli Chandwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,526 | 1,873 | 1,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 370 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 134 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,117 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,655 | 756 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Murli Chandwa
Murli Chandwa 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 Murli Chandwa
Murli Chandwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Murli Chandwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Madhepura to Murli Chandwa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murli Chandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murli Chandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murli Chandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murli Chandwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murli Chandwa
Where is Murli Chandwa located?
Murli Chandwa village is located in Kishanganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murli Chandwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Murli Chandwa is Laskari.
What is the pincode of Murli Chandwa?
The pincode of Murli Chandwa is 852220.
What is the population of Murli Chandwa?
Murli Chandwa has a total population of 3,526, including 1,873 males and 1,653 females.
How many households are there in Murli Chandwa?
There are 690 households in Murli Chandwa.
What is the literacy rate in Murli Chandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murli Chandwa is 53.06%. Male literacy is 59.64% and female literacy is 45.61%.