Murade - Kharagpur, Munger
Murade is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Murade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murade is 243024. The village covers a total geographical area of 1621 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamui Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murade
As per Census 2011, Murade village has a total population of 4,836 people, consisting of 2,563 males and 2,273 females. The village has 973 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,135 literate and 2,701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,836 | 2,563 | 2,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 450 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 331 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 132 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 2,135 | 1,362 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,701 | 1,201 | 1,500 |
Nearby Villages of Murade
Murade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matsumbha | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Raunakabad | North | 2.26 km |
| Khoja Chak | East | 2.27 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South | 2.95 km |
| Auraiya | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Tola Banhara | South | 3.73 km |
| Parmanandpur | South | 3.74 km |
| Bosdeopur | South | 3.82 km |
| Patori | East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murade
Murade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasharathpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Murade is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Murade is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murade
Where is Murade located?
Murade village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murade?
Murade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murade?
The pincode of Murade is 811213.
What is the population of Murade?
Murade has a total population of 4,836, including 2,563 males and 2,273 females.
How many households are there in Murade?
There are 973 households in Murade.
What is the literacy rate in Murade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murade is 44.15%. Male literacy is 53.14% and female literacy is 34.01%.