Murajpur - Dagarua, Purnia
Murajpur is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Buwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murajpur is 224125. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purinia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Murajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Murajpur village had a total population of 625 people, including 325 males and 300 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.54%, with male literacy at 58.69% and female literacy at 48.48%.
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 | 625 | 325 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 66 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 173 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Murajpur
Murajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buari | West | 1.05 km |
| Dakaili | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Mahesh Khunt | North | 1.80 km |
| Gandbas | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Lasanpur | South | 2.03 km |
| Belgachhi | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Bardinga | East | 2.75 km |
| Shagunian | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Chakua | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murajpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Murajpur. The nearest railway station is Kasba, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purinia to Murajpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Murajpur is about 20 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 Murajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murajpur 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 Murajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murajpur 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 Murajpur
Where is Murajpur located?
Murajpur village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murajpur is Buwari.
What is the pincode of Murajpur?
The pincode of Murajpur is 854326.
What is the population of Murajpur?
Murajpur had a total population of 625, including 325 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Murajpur?
Murajpur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murajpur was 53.54%. Male literacy was 58.69% and female literacy was 48.48%.