Murajpur - Nauhatta, Saharsa
Murajpur is a village situated in the Nauhatta subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nauhatta and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Muradpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murajpur is 226283. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 852123 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Murajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murajpur
As per Census 2011, Murajpur village has a total population of 7,961 people, consisting of 4,122 males and 3,839 females. The village has 1,704 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,651 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,357 literate and 4,604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,961 | 4,122 | 3,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,651 | 800 | 851 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,818 | 938 | 880 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,357 | 2,109 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,604 | 2,013 | 2,591 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baksuar | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Pokharbhinda | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Aunira Ramauli | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Dharhara | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Chandrain | West | 2.61 km |
| Bhaghwa | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Enaetpur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Kharhatelwa | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Dahaha Badh | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Telhar | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murajpur
Murajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchgachia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Murajpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Saharsa to Murajpur is about 28 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murajpur
Where is Murajpur located?
Murajpur village is located in Nauhatta Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murajpur is Muradpur.
What is the pincode of Murajpur?
The pincode of Murajpur is 852123.
What is the population of Murajpur?
Murajpur has a total population of 7,961, including 4,122 males and 3,839 females.
How many households are there in Murajpur?
There are 1,704 households in Murajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Murajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murajpur is 42.17%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 32.51%.