Murna - Dhanwar, Giridih
Murna is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Siramdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murna is 351139. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Murna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murna
According to the 2011 Census, Murna village had a total population of 851 people, including 427 males and 424 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 80.83% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 851 | 427 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 274 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 153 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Murna
Murna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansadih | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Katariatand | North | 0.99 km |
| Sakhaitand | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Hemrodih | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Siramdih | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Bandaitand | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Chondhitand | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Kendua | North | 2.64 km |
| Hethli Pardhandih | East | 2.85 km |
| Jatadih | South-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murna
Murna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Murna is about 60 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 Murna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murna
Where is Murna located?
Murna village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murna?
The Gram Panchayat of Murna is Siramdih.
What is the pincode of Murna?
The pincode of Murna is 825412.
What is the population of Murna?
Murna had a total population of 851, including 427 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Murna?
Murna had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murna was 66.67%. Male literacy was 80.83% and female literacy was 52.51%.