Munru - Barwadih, Latehar
Munru is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Haratu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munru is 366998. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode. Daltonganj is the nearest town.
Munru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munru
As per Census 2011, Munru village has a total population of 865 people, consisting of 449 males and 416 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 449 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 200 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 229 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 220 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Munru
Munru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haratu | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Labhar | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Ladi | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Chungru | North | 4.67 km |
| Luhurtanr | South | 5.43 km |
| Samodh Tola | South | 5.49 km |
| Jobe Alias Amboatikar | East | 5.75 km |
| Karwai | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Nawadih | North-East | 6.12 km |
| Garu | South-West | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munru
Munru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Munru is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munru 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 Munru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munru
Where is Munru located?
Munru village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munru?
The Gram Panchayat of Munru is Haratu.
What is the pincode of Munru?
The pincode of Munru is 829204.
What is the population of Munru?
Munru has a total population of 865, including 449 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Munru?
There are 148 households in Munru.
What is the literacy rate in Munru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munru is 41.85%. Male literacy is 51.00% and female literacy is 31.97%.