Murraha Baba - Palera, Tikamgarh
Murraha Baba is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murraha Baba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murraha Baba is 457022. The village covers a total geographical area of 768 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murraha Baba 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 Murraha Baba
As per Census 2011, Murraha Baba village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 628 males and 600 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murraha Baba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 628 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 320 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 348 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 280 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Murraha Baba
Murraha Baba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banne Khurd | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Hanota | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Nayagaon | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Nautachak | West | 2.64 km |
| Murrah Bandh | North | 2.95 km |
| Banne Bujurg | East | 3.33 km |
| Atrar | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Laroun | North | 4.03 km |
| Paduwa | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Madahar | North | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murraha Baba
Murraha Baba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Palera to Murraha Baba is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Murraha Baba is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murraha Baba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murraha Baba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murraha Baba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murraha Baba 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 Murraha Baba
Where is Murraha Baba located?
Murraha Baba village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murraha Baba?
The Gram Panchayat of Murraha Baba is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Murraha Baba?
The pincode of Murraha Baba is 472221.
What is the population of Murraha Baba?
Murraha Baba has a total population of 1,228, including 628 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Murraha Baba?
There are 234 households in Murraha Baba.
What is the literacy rate in Murraha Baba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murraha Baba is 47.31%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 38.83%.