Murahir - Ghatshila, East Singhbum
Murahir is a village situated in the Ghatshila subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Ghatshila and around 61 km from Jamshedpur. Kalchiti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murahir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murahir is 363467. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 832303 pincode.
Murahir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Murahir
Murahir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghmuri | East | 1.52 km |
| Tikri | North | 1.71 km |
| Bankati | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Pathargora Alias Bhitargarh | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Haripur | East | 2.56 km |
| Hiraganj | East | 2.58 km |
| Kalajhor | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Jhaprishol | South | 2.84 km |
| Dhanbani | South | 3.08 km |
| Kankrishol | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murahir
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Murahir. The nearest railway station is Ghatsila, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Murahir is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murahir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murahir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murahir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murahir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murahir
Where is Murahir located?
Murahir village is located in Ghatshila Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murahir?
The Gram Panchayat of Murahir is Kalchiti.
What is the pincode of Murahir?
The pincode of Murahir is 832303.