Murgawan - Patan, Jabalpur
Murgawan is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Louhari Kanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murgawan is 489397. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.61 hectares and falls under the 483105 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Murgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Murgawan village had a total population of 266 people, including 148 males and 118 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 86.72% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 266 | 148 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 111 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 37 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Murgawan
Murgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi Rajghat | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Udaki | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Muhla | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Hinauta | South | 2.41 km |
| Pipariya(babaram) | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Dugariya | West | 3.21 km |
| Charguwan (akauna) | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Padariya | South | 3.55 km |
| Ghatera | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Dhanoli | North-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murgawan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Murgawan. The nearest railway station is Deori, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Katangi to Murgawan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Murgawan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murgawan 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 Murgawan
Where is Murgawan located?
Murgawan village is located in Patan Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Murgawan is Louhari Kanti.
What is the pincode of Murgawan?
The pincode of Murgawan is 483105.
What is the population of Murgawan?
Murgawan had a total population of 266, including 148 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Murgawan?
Murgawan had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murgawan was 73.59%. Male literacy was 86.72% and female literacy was 57.28%.