Murhadi - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Murhadi is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Murhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murhadi is 220142. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.13 hectares and falls under the 847224 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Murhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murhadi
As per Census 2011, Murhadi village has a total population of 6,919 people, consisting of 3,587 males and 3,332 females. The village has 1,257 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,062 literate and 3,857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,919 | 3,587 | 3,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,385 | 723 | 662 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,485 | 767 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,062 | 1,983 | 1,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,857 | 1,604 | 2,253 |
Nearby Villages of Murhadi
Murhadi 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyamsidhap | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Satghara | South | 2.31 km |
| Barhi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Madhwapur | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Tirhuta | North | 3.17 km |
| Dudahi | East | 3.26 km |
| Bikram Sher | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Bhatgawan | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Ghonghaur | West | 3.65 km |
| Bagaul | West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murhadi
Murhadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalit Lakshmipr, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhubani to Murhadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murhadi 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 Murhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murhadi
Where is Murhadi located?
Murhadi village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murhadi?
Murhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murhadi?
The pincode of Murhadi is 847224.
What is the population of Murhadi?
Murhadi has a total population of 6,919, including 3,587 males and 3,332 females.
How many households are there in Murhadi?
There are 1,257 households in Murhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Murhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murhadi is 44.25%. Male literacy is 55.28% and female literacy is 32.38%.