Murawar - Jawar, Sehore
Murawar is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Murawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murawar is 483069. The village covers a total geographical area of 1219.18 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Jawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Murawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murawar
According to the 2011 Census, Murawar village had a total population of 2,625 people, including 1,357 males and 1,268 females, living in 577 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.99%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 52.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,357, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,625 | 1,357 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 202 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,357 | 692 | 665 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,540 | 957 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 400 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Murawar
Murawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Himmatpur | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Dewan Khedi | North | 2.12 km |
| Karman Khedi | South | 2.68 km |
| Lakumdi | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Awantipura | East | 3.78 km |
| Palasi | East | 3.79 km |
| Moondla Mohaba | West | 3.79 km |
| Awantipur Badodia | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Harnawada | South | 4.51 km |
| Gau Khedi | South | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murawar
Murawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kisoni, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jawar to Murawar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Murawar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murawar 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 Murawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Murawar
Where is Murawar located?
Murawar village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murawar?
Murawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murawar?
The pincode of Murawar is 466221.
What is the population of Murawar?
Murawar had a total population of 2,625, including 1,357 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Murawar?
Murawar had 577 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murawar was 67.99%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 52.52%.