Murur - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Murur is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Analebail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murur is 603546. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.66 hectares and falls under the 581450 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Murur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murur
As per Census 2011, Murur village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 146 males and 167 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,143 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 146 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 124 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Murur
Murur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ainbail | South | 1.78 km |
| Bidarmane | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Analebail | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Kibballi | East | 1.98 km |
| Hegnur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Taresar | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Hullunde | West | 2.77 km |
| Umbalmane | North | 3.17 km |
| Attimurd | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Balekoppa (kibballi) | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murur
Murur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talguppa, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirsi to Murur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Murur is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murur
Where is Murur located?
Murur village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murur is Analebail.
What is the pincode of Murur?
The pincode of Murur is 581450.
What is the population of Murur?
Murur has a total population of 313, including 146 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Murur?
There are 74 households in Murur.
What is the literacy rate in Murur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murur is 82.11%. Male literacy is 84.93% and female literacy is 79.64%.