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
According to the 2011 Census, Munru village had a total population of 865 people, including 449 males and 416 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.01%, with male literacy at 63.61% and female literacy at 39.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 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 had a total population of 865, including 449 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Munru?
Munru had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munru was 52.01%. Male literacy was 63.61% and female literacy was 39.58%.