Murthua - Bithan, Samastipur
Murthua is a village situated in the Bithan subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bithan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Marthua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murthua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murthua is 237368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1542.2 hectares and falls under the 848207 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Murthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murthua
As per Census 2011, Murthua village has a total population of 5,449 people, consisting of 2,749 males and 2,700 females. The village has 1,112 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,943 literate and 3,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,843 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murthua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,449 | 2,749 | 2,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,327 | 675 | 652 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,843 | 953 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 1,943 | 1,269 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,506 | 1,480 | 2,026 |
Nearby Villages of Murthua
Murthua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachrukhi | East | 1.77 km |
| Seari | West | 2.46 km |
| Simraha | East | 2.46 km |
| Ubhaila | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Halna | North | 2.81 km |
| Pipra | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Gaura Chak | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Sohraia | West | 3.35 km |
| Ujan | East | 3.55 km |
| Bahor Chak | South | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murthua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murthua. The nearest railway station is Sonma Pranpur(h, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Murthua is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Murthua is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murthua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murthua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murthua
Where is Murthua located?
Murthua village is located in Bithan Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murthua?
The Gram Panchayat of Murthua is Marthua.
What is the pincode of Murthua?
The pincode of Murthua is 848207.
What is the population of Murthua?
Murthua has a total population of 5,449, including 2,749 males and 2,700 females.
How many households are there in Murthua?
There are 1,112 households in Murthua.
What is the literacy rate in Murthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murthua is 35.66%. Male literacy is 46.16% and female literacy is 24.96%.