Murli - Banma Itahri, Saharsa
Murli is a village situated in the Banma Itahri subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banma Itahri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Rasalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murli is 226693. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.2 hectares and falls under the 852126 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Murli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murli
As per Census 2011, Murli village has a total population of 4,585 people, consisting of 2,382 males and 2,203 females. The village has 830 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 967 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,514 literate and 3,071 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,096 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,585 | 2,382 | 2,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 967 | 491 | 476 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,096 | 566 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 1,024 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,071 | 1,358 | 1,713 |
Nearby Villages of Murli
Murli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khorasan | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Bhatauni | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Rasalpur | South | 1.95 km |
| Shamsuddinpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Soha | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Sahmaura | North | 2.79 km |
| Manori | East | 2.98 km |
| Maharas | West | 3.25 km |
| Lalpur | South | 3.28 km |
| Deokal | South-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murli
Murli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simri Bhakhtiyarpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Murli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murli
Where is Murli located?
Murli village is located in Banma Itahri Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murli?
The Gram Panchayat of Murli is Rasalpur.
What is the pincode of Murli?
The pincode of Murli is 852126.
What is the population of Murli?
Murli has a total population of 4,585, including 2,382 males and 2,203 females.
How many households are there in Murli?
There are 830 households in Murli.
What is the literacy rate in Murli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murli is 33.02%. Male literacy is 42.99% and female literacy is 22.24%.