Muzzafarpur - Bishnah, Jammu
Muzzafarpur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Saidgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muzzafarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muzzafarpur is 006244. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Muzzafarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muzzafarpur
As per Census 2011, Muzzafarpur village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 251 males and 268 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muzzafarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 251 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 189 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 62 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Muzzafarpur
Muzzafarpur 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 Muzzafarpur
Muzzafarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Muzzafarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnah to Muzzafarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Muzzafarpur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muzzafarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muzzafarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muzzafarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muzzafarpur 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 Muzzafarpur
Where is Muzzafarpur located?
Muzzafarpur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muzzafarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muzzafarpur is Saidgarh.
What is the pincode of Muzzafarpur?
The pincode of Muzzafarpur is 181132.
What is the population of Muzzafarpur?
Muzzafarpur has a total population of 519, including 251 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Muzzafarpur?
There are 108 households in Muzzafarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Muzzafarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muzzafarpur is 70.71%. Male literacy is 75.30% and female literacy is 66.42%.