Murwar - Basantpur, Siwan
Murwar is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Kanhauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwar is 231678. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 841406 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Murwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murwar
As per Census 2011, Murwar village has a total population of 1,862 people, consisting of 959 males and 903 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,862 | 959 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 157 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 689 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 270 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Murwar
Murwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanhauli | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Bansohi | South | 1.03 km |
| Hari Aman | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Munra | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Konrar | East | 1.55 km |
| Semardah | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Hussepur | North | 1.67 km |
| Bagahi | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Sarea | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kherhwa | South | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murwar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Murwar. The nearest railway station is Dighwa Dubauli, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Murwar is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwar 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murwar
Where is Murwar located?
Murwar village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Murwar is Kanhauli.
What is the pincode of Murwar?
The pincode of Murwar is 841406.
What is the population of Murwar?
Murwar has a total population of 1,862, including 959 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Murwar?
There are 259 households in Murwar.
What is the literacy rate in Murwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwar is 64.02%. Male literacy is 71.85% and female literacy is 55.70%.