Muar - Saikheda, Narsimhapur
Muar is a village situated in the Saikheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Gadarwara and around 90 km from Narsimhapur. Muar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muar is 490808. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.46 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Muar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muar
As per Census 2011, Muar village has a total population of 1,698 people, consisting of 910 males and 788 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698 | 910 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 180 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 620 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 290 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Muar
Muar 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 Muar
Public transport in the Muar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Muar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Muar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muar 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 Muar
Where is Muar located?
Muar village is located in Saikheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muar?
Muar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muar?
The pincode of Muar is 487661.
What is the population of Muar?
Muar has a total population of 1,698, including 910 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Muar?
There are 407 households in Muar.
What is the literacy rate in Muar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muar is 62.43%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 55.84%.