Mursand - Runisaidpur, Sitamarhi
Mursand is a village situated in the Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Runisaidpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Morsand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mursand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mursand is 219485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1358.3 hectares and falls under the 843328 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mursand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mursand
As per Census 2011, Mursand village has a total population of 14,259 people, consisting of 7,611 males and 6,648 females. The village has 3,373 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,890 literate and 6,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mursand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,259 | 7,611 | 6,648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,353 | 1,208 | 1,145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,591 | 845 | 746 |
| Literate Population | 7,890 | 4,520 | 3,370 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,369 | 3,091 | 3,278 |
Nearby Villages of Mursand
Mursand 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 Mursand
Mursand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mursand has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Mursand is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mursand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mursand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mursand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mursand 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mursand
Where is Mursand located?
Mursand village is located in Runisaidpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mursand?
The Gram Panchayat of Mursand is Morsand.
What is the pincode of Mursand?
The pincode of Mursand is 843328.
What is the population of Mursand?
Mursand has a total population of 14,259, including 7,611 males and 6,648 females.
How many households are there in Mursand?
There are 3,373 households in Mursand.
What is the literacy rate in Mursand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mursand is 55.33%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 50.69%.