Murwa Basahia - Panapur, Saran
Murwa Basahia is a village situated in the Panapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Basahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murwa Basahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwa Basahia is 232915. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 841410 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Murwa Basahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Murwa Basahia
According to the 2011 Census, Murwa Basahia village had a total population of 1,541 people, including 792 males and 749 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.22%, with male literacy at 60.98% and female literacy at 38.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 1,541 | 792 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 422 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 370 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Murwa Basahia
Murwa Basahia 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 Murwa Basahia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murwa Basahia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Murwa Basahia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Murwa Basahia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Murwa Basahia is about 40 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 Murwa Basahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwa Basahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murwa Basahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwa Basahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murwa Basahia
Where is Murwa Basahia located?
Murwa Basahia village is located in Panapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murwa Basahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Murwa Basahia is Basahiya.
What is the pincode of Murwa Basahia?
The pincode of Murwa Basahia is 841410.
What is the population of Murwa Basahia?
Murwa Basahia had a total population of 1,541, including 792 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Murwa Basahia?
Murwa Basahia had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murwa Basahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwa Basahia was 50.22%. Male literacy was 60.98% and female literacy was 38.80%.