Murthan - Sonepur, Saran
Murthan is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Permanand Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murthan is 234508. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Murthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murthan
As per Census 2011, Murthan village has a total population of 3,442 people, consisting of 1,821 males and 1,621 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,923 literate and 1,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,442 | 1,821 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 348 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 257 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,167 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 654 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Murthan
Murthan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parmanandpur | South-East | 0.62 km |
| Apsaid | South | 0.97 km |
| Chaturpur | North | 1.05 km |
| Ismail Chak | South | 1.24 km |
| Mahmud Chak | West | 1.67 km |
| Gobind Chak | South | 1.70 km |
| Shikarpur | East | 2.28 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Makhdumpur | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Abdul Hai | West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murthan
Murthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parmanandpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Murthan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Murthan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murthan 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 Murthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murthan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murthan
Where is Murthan located?
Murthan village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Murthan is Permanand Pur.
What is the pincode of Murthan?
The pincode of Murthan is 841101.
What is the population of Murthan?
Murthan has a total population of 3,442, including 1,821 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Murthan?
There are 535 households in Murthan.
What is the literacy rate in Murthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murthan is 55.87%. Male literacy is 64.09% and female literacy is 46.64%.