Murjari - Khanpur, Samastipur
Murjari is a village situated in the Khanpur subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Sripurgahar West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murjari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murjari is 236457. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Samstipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murjari
According to the 2011 Census, Murjari village had a total population of 545 people, including 233 males and 312 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.24%, with male literacy at 68.39% and female literacy at 41.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 545 | 233 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 114 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Murjari
Murjari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murjari
Murjari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samstipur to Murjari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Murjari is about 25 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 Murjari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murjari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murjari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murjari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murjari
Where is Murjari located?
Murjari village is located in Khanpur Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murjari?
The Gram Panchayat of Murjari is Sripurgahar West.
What is the pincode of Murjari?
The pincode of Murjari is 848117.
What is the population of Murjari?
Murjari had a total population of 545, including 233 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Murjari?
Murjari had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murjari was 52.24%. Male literacy was 68.39% and female literacy was 41.04%.