Murer - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Murer is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mohla and around 80 km from Rajnandgaon. Marri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murer is 441227. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.21 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Murer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murer
As per Census 2011, Murer village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 156 males and 173 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 156 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 133 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 114 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 42 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Murer
Murer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marree | West | 2.18 km |
| Madhopur | South | 2.24 km |
| Dev Wadvi | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Pateli | North | 3.26 km |
| Kunwardalli | East | 3.31 km |
| Kulhardoh | East | 3.51 km |
| Netam Tola | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Bamhanee | South | 4.12 km |
| Parremeta | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Chiladabri | West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murer
Murer is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Murer is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Murer is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murer 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murer
Where is Murer located?
Murer village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murer?
The Gram Panchayat of Murer is Marri.
What is the pincode of Murer?
The pincode of Murer is 491665.
What is the population of Murer?
Murer has a total population of 329, including 156 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Murer?
There are 66 households in Murer.
What is the literacy rate in Murer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murer is 63.53%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 54.91%.