Murnar - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Murnar is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Pakhanjur and around 119 km from Kanker. Udanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murnar is 448445. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.13 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Murnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murnar
As per Census 2011, Murnar village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 157 males and 180 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 157 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Murnar
Murnar 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 Murnar
Murnar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Murnar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Murnar is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murnar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murnar 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 Murnar
Where is Murnar located?
Murnar village is located in Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Murnar is Udanpur.
What is the pincode of Murnar?
The pincode of Murnar is 494665.
What is the population of Murnar?
Murnar has a total population of 337, including 157 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Murnar?
There are 68 households in Murnar.
What is the literacy rate in Murnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murnar is 61.42%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 54.44%.