Murpa - Balumath, Latehar
Murpa is a village situated in the Balumath subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balumath and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Murpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murpa is 367418. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.07 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Murpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murpa
As per Census 2011, Murpa village has a total population of 3,143 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,539 females. The village has 575 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 748 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,143 | 1,604 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 303 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 748 | 378 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 941 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 663 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Murpa
Murpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mausingha | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Jipua | West | 1.66 km |
| Keri | East | 1.81 km |
| Okea | North | 2.01 km |
| Kolpatia | West | 2.58 km |
| Jilanga | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Itke | North | 3.44 km |
| Bargaon | East | 3.90 km |
| Dahu | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Balbal | West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murpa
Murpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahuamilan, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Latehar to Murpa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murpa 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 Murpa
Where is Murpa located?
Murpa village is located in Balumath Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murpa?
Murpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murpa?
The pincode of Murpa is 829202.
What is the population of Murpa?
Murpa has a total population of 3,143, including 1,604 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Murpa?
There are 575 households in Murpa.
What is the literacy rate in Murpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murpa is 49.60%. Male literacy is 58.67% and female literacy is 40.16%.