Murgia Chak - Phulwari, Patna
Murgia Chak is a village situated in the Phulwari subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwari and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Shorampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murgia Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murgia Chak is 245360. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 801505 pincode. Phuwari is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Murgia Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murgia Chak
As per Census 2011, Murgia Chak village has a total population of 1,277 people, consisting of 672 males and 605 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murgia Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 672 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 372 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 300 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Murgia Chak
Murgia Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganja Chak Muhammadpur | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Abupur Lodipur | South | 1.03 km |
| Yakubpur Nagwan | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Janipur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Sorampur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Akbarpur | South | 2.10 km |
| Sharishtabad | South | 2.14 km |
| Muradpur | North | 2.17 km |
| Naharpura | West | 2.24 km |
| Manhgupur | North-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murgia Chak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Murgia Chak. The nearest railway station is Neora, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phuwari to Murgia Chak is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Murgia Chak is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murgia Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murgia Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murgia Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murgia Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murgia Chak
Where is Murgia Chak located?
Murgia Chak village is located in Phulwari Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgia Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Murgia Chak is Shorampur.
What is the pincode of Murgia Chak?
The pincode of Murgia Chak is 801505.
What is the population of Murgia Chak?
Murgia Chak has a total population of 1,277, including 672 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Murgia Chak?
There are 237 households in Murgia Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Murgia Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murgia Chak is 51.37%. Male literacy is 55.36% and female literacy is 46.94%.