Balua Murat Ray - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Balua Murat Ray is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Baluwa Bhawanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balua Murat Ray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balua Murat Ray is 217099. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.7 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Balua Murat Ray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Balua Murat Ray
According to the 2011 Census, Balua Murat Ray village had a total population of 699 people, including 366 males and 333 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.98%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 49.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 699 | 366 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 180 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 186 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Balua Murat Ray
Balua Murat Ray 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaulapur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Koirganwan | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Piprahia | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Pareagwa | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Hathia Khap | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Rampurwa | East | 2.42 km |
| Dhabelwa | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Hariharpur | West | 3.09 km |
| Nankar | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Semri Bhawanipur | North | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balua Murat Ray
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Balua Murat Ray. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bettiah to Balua Murat Ray is about 28 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 Balua Murat Ray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balua Murat Ray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balua Murat Ray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balua Murat Ray 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balua Murat Ray
Where is Balua Murat Ray located?
Balua Murat Ray village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balua Murat Ray?
The Gram Panchayat of Balua Murat Ray is Baluwa Bhawanipur.
What is the pincode of Balua Murat Ray?
The pincode of Balua Murat Ray is 845451.
What is the population of Balua Murat Ray?
Balua Murat Ray had a total population of 699, including 366 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Balua Murat Ray?
Balua Murat Ray had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balua Murat Ray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balua Murat Ray was 57.98%. Male literacy was 66.18% and female literacy was 49.21%.