Mujra - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Mujra is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sonkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mujra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mujra is 216303. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mujra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mujra
As per Census 2011, Mujra village has a total population of 2,709 people, consisting of 1,400 males and 1,309 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 565 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,398 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mujra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,709 | 1,400 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 285 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 233 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 847 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 553 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Mujra
Mujra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silautia | East | 0.99 km |
| Bargon | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Dhokraha | South | 1.42 km |
| Babhnauli | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Shekhpurwa | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Sonkhar | North | 1.88 km |
| Purandarpur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Pachrukha | South | 2.54 km |
| Chainpur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Sigri | East | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mujra
Mujra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harinagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Mujra is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mujra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mujra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mujra 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 Mujra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mujra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mujra
Where is Mujra located?
Mujra village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mujra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mujra is Sonkhar.
What is the pincode of Mujra?
The pincode of Mujra is 845106.
What is the population of Mujra?
Mujra has a total population of 2,709, including 1,400 males and 1,309 females.
How many households are there in Mujra?
There are 559 households in Mujra.
What is the literacy rate in Mujra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mujra is 51.61%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 42.09%.