Murlidih - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Murlidih is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sabeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murlidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murlidih is 216176. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Murlidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Murlidih
According to the 2011 Census, Murlidih village had a total population of 463 people, including 235 males and 228 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.90%, with male literacy at 22.41% and female literacy at 8.50%.
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 | 463 | 235 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 61 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 39 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 196 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Murlidih
Murlidih 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 Murlidih
Public transport in the Murlidih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Murlidih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ramnagar to Murlidih is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Murlidih is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murlidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murlidih 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murlidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murlidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murlidih
Where is Murlidih located?
Murlidih village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murlidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Murlidih is Sabeya.
What is the pincode of Murlidih?
The pincode of Murlidih is 845106.
What is the population of Murlidih?
Murlidih had a total population of 463, including 235 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Murlidih?
Murlidih had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murlidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murlidih was 15.90%. Male literacy was 22.41% and female literacy was 8.50%.