Murarpur - Harsidhi, Purbi Champaran
Murarpur is a village situated in the Harsidhi subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Harsidhi and around 16 km from Motihari. Murar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murarpur is 218064. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.71 hectares and falls under the 845422 pincode. Motihari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Murarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murarpur
As per Census 2011, Murarpur village has a total population of 5,834 people, consisting of 3,095 males and 2,739 females. The village has 1,102 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,576 literate and 3,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,834 | 3,095 | 2,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,204 | 650 | 554 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,403 | 759 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,576 | 1,630 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,258 | 1,465 | 1,793 |
Nearby Villages of Murarpur
Murarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpur Ray | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Parasrampur | East | 1.78 km |
| Danhi | West | 1.91 km |
| Auraiya | North | 1.97 km |
| Barharwa | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Sariswa | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Mohabat Chhapra | South | 2.40 km |
| Gay Ghat | West | 2.52 km |
| Rani Chhapra | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Chargaha | South-East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murarpur
Murarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jiwdhara, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Motihari to Murarpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Murarpur 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 Murarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murarpur
Where is Murarpur located?
Murarpur village is located in Harsidhi Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murarpur is Murar Pur.
What is the pincode of Murarpur?
The pincode of Murarpur is 845422.
What is the population of Murarpur?
Murarpur has a total population of 5,834, including 3,095 males and 2,739 females.
How many households are there in Murarpur?
There are 1,102 households in Murarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Murarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murarpur is 44.15%. Male literacy is 52.67% and female literacy is 34.54%.