Murra - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Murra is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Samarboh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murra is 495368. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.68 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Murra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murra
According to the 2011 Census, Murra village had a total population of 869 people, including 450 males and 419 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 85.60% and female literacy at 68.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 869 | 450 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 68 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 141 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 327 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 123 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Murra
Murra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murra
Murra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Murra is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murra 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 Murra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murra
Where is Murra located?
Murra village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murra?
The Gram Panchayat of Murra is Samarboh.
What is the pincode of Murra?
The pincode of Murra is 480111.
What is the population of Murra?
Murra had a total population of 869, including 450 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Murra?
Murra had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murra was 77.12%. Male literacy was 85.60% and female literacy was 68.67%.