Murahi - Maker, Saran
Murahi is a village situated in the Maker subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maker and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bhatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murahi is 234032. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 841215 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Murahi
According to the 2011 Census, Murahi village had a total population of 318 people, including 150 males and 168 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.22%, with male literacy at 31.19% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 318 | 150 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 116 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Murahi
Murahi 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 Murahi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Murahi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Murahi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murahi
Where is Murahi located?
Murahi village is located in Maker Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murahi is Bhatha.
What is the pincode of Murahi?
The pincode of Murahi is 841215.
What is the population of Murahi?
Murahi had a total population of 318, including 150 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Murahi?
Murahi had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murahi was 31.22%. Male literacy was 31.19% and female literacy was 31.25%.