Murho - Madhepura
Murho is a village situated in the Madhepura subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Madhepura, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Murho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murho is 225884. The village covers a total geographical area of 793 hectares and falls under the 852114 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murho
According to the 2011 Census, Murho village had a total population of 8,040 people, including 4,240 males and 3,800 females, living in 1,599 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.22%, with male literacy at 62.55% and female literacy at 44.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,240.
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 | 8,040 | 4,240 | 3,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,603 | 857 | 746 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,240 | 1,154 | 1,086 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,490 | 2,116 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,550 | 2,124 | 2,426 |
Nearby Villages of Murho
Murho 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 Murho
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Murho. Murho has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Murho is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murho
Where is Murho located?
Murho village is located in Madhepura Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murho?
Murho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murho?
The pincode of Murho is 852114.
What is the population of Murho?
Murho had a total population of 8,040, including 4,240 males and 3,800 females.
How many households are there in Murho?
Murho had 1,599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murho was 54.22%. Male literacy was 62.55% and female literacy was 44.99%.