Murela - Chachaura, Guna
Murela is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Murela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murela is 499932. The village covers a total geographical area of 1736 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town.
Murela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murela
As per Census 2011, Murela village has a total population of 2,887 people, consisting of 1,438 males and 1,449 females. The village has 674 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 2,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,887 | 1,438 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 255 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 450 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,083 | 988 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Murela
Murela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kala Pipal | North | 2.82 km |
| Nesh Kalan | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Ubha Pan | East | 3.09 km |
| Kudriya | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Gonyaweh | East | 4.02 km |
| Madhopurya | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Brahmapura | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Mavadipura | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Singapura | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Khanpurya | North | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murela
Murela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Guna to Murela is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murela 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 Murela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murela
Where is Murela located?
Murela village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murela?
Murela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murela?
The pincode of Murela is 473115.
What is the population of Murela?
Murela has a total population of 2,887, including 1,438 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Murela?
There are 674 households in Murela.
What is the literacy rate in Murela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murela is 27.85%. Male literacy is 31.29% and female literacy is 24.43%.