Murrah Bandh - Palera, Tikamgarh
Murrah Bandh is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Hanouta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murrah Bandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murrah Bandh is 457018. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.15 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Murrah Bandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murrah Bandh
As per Census 2011, Murrah Bandh village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 303 males and 281 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murrah Bandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 303 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 192 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 111 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Murrah Bandh
Murrah Bandh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanota | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Laroun | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Bhagwant Nagar | North | 2.44 km |
| Nayagaon | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Madahar | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Murraha Baba | South | 2.95 km |
| Alampura Khas | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Kubari | East | 3.19 km |
| Alampura Ugad | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Banne Khurd | South | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murrah Bandh
Murrah Bandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Murrah Bandh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Murrah Bandh is about 75 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 Murrah Bandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murrah Bandh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murrah Bandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murrah Bandh 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 Murrah Bandh
Where is Murrah Bandh located?
Murrah Bandh village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murrah Bandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Murrah Bandh is Hanouta.
What is the pincode of Murrah Bandh?
The pincode of Murrah Bandh is 472221.
What is the population of Murrah Bandh?
Murrah Bandh has a total population of 584, including 303 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Murrah Bandh?
There are 97 households in Murrah Bandh.
What is the literacy rate in Murrah Bandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murrah Bandh is 52.05%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 39.86%.