Murlapani (Naijhar) - Niwas, Mandla
Murlapani (Naijhar) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Mukaskhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murlapani (Naijhar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murlapani (Naijhar) is 492509. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.94 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murlapani (Naijhar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murlapani (Naijhar)
According to the 2011 Census, Murlapani (Naijhar) village had a total population of 951 people, including 463 males and 488 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.62%, with male literacy at 57.55% and female literacy at 38.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 924.
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 | 951 | 463 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 924 | 449 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 221 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 242 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Murlapani (Naijhar)
Murlapani (Naijhar) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padariya Mal. | North | 1.94 km |
| Chimka Tola F.v. | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Chhapra Ryt.(mukas) | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Naijhar Mal. | South | 2.33 km |
| Mukas Khurd | West | 3.18 km |
| Paundi Ryt. (naijhar) | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Kapa Mal.(narmadanadi) | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Chakdahi Ryt. | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Padritalai | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Dargarh | South-West | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murlapani (Naijhar)
Murlapani (Naijhar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Niwas to Murlapani (Naijhar) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Murlapani (Naijhar) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murlapani (Naijhar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murlapani (Naijhar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murlapani (Naijhar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murlapani (Naijhar) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murlapani (Naijhar)
Where is Murlapani (Naijhar) located?
Murlapani (Naijhar) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murlapani (Naijhar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Murlapani (Naijhar) is Mukaskhurd.
What is the pincode of Murlapani (Naijhar)?
The pincode of Murlapani (Naijhar) is 481885.
What is the population of Murlapani (Naijhar)?
Murlapani (Naijhar) had a total population of 951, including 463 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Murlapani (Naijhar)?
Murlapani (Naijhar) had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murlapani (Naijhar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murlapani (Naijhar) was 47.62%. Male literacy was 57.55% and female literacy was 38.41%.