Murla - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Murla is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramgarhwa and around 40 km from Motihari. Murla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murla is 217620. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.2 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Murla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murla
As per Census 2011, Murla village has a total population of 7,356 people, consisting of 3,900 males and 3,456 females. The village has 1,380 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,948 literate and 4,408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 664 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,356 | 3,900 | 3,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,588 | 846 | 742 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 359 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 2,948 | 1,887 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,408 | 2,013 | 2,395 |
Nearby Villages of Murla
Murla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bheriharwa | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Siswaniya | North | 1.87 km |
| Chainpur | South | 1.92 km |
| Sihorwa | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Misrauliya | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Unchibhatiya | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Sirkhandi | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Bela | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Ramgarhwa | North | 3.09 km |
| Baghi | South | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murla
Murla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dharminiya, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Murla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Murla 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 Murla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murla 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murla
Where is Murla located?
Murla village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murla?
Murla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murla?
The pincode of Murla is 845433.
What is the population of Murla?
Murla has a total population of 7,356, including 3,900 males and 3,456 females.
How many households are there in Murla?
There are 1,380 households in Murla.
What is the literacy rate in Murla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murla is 40.08%. Male literacy is 48.38% and female literacy is 30.70%.