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
According to the 2011 Census, Murnar village had a total population of 337 people, including 157 males and 180 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 78.42% and female literacy at 61.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 337, including 157 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Murnar?
Murnar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murnar was 69.46%. Male literacy was 78.42% and female literacy was 61.64%.