Muru - Barwadih, Latehar
Muru is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Ukamanr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muru is 366944. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.57 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode. Daltongang is the nearest town.
Muru 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 Muru
As per Census 2011, Muru village has a total population of 1,876 people, consisting of 979 males and 897 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 680 literate and 1,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 530 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,876 | 979 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 198 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 281 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,309 | 673 | 636 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 434 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 545 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Muru
Muru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hendehas | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Dorami | North | 2.36 km |
| Luhur | West | 2.65 km |
| Ledgain | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Ukamar | South | 3.34 km |
| Amdiha | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Murgidih | West | 3.47 km |
| Paira | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Kuchila | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Betla | North-East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muru
Muru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Muru is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muru 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muru
Where is Muru located?
Muru village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muru?
The Gram Panchayat of Muru is Ukamanr.
What is the pincode of Muru?
The pincode of Muru is 829204.
What is the population of Muru?
Muru has a total population of 1,876, including 979 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Muru?
There are 344 households in Muru.
What is the literacy rate in Muru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muru is 36.25%. Male literacy is 44.33% and female literacy is 27.42%.