Muribahal - Belpara, Balangir
Muribahal is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kanut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muribahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muribahal is 420996. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Muribahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muribahal
As per Census 2011, Muribahal village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 276 males and 283 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muribahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 276 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 177 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 99 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Muribahal
Muribahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suanbahal | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Pandrijor | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Bahabal | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Bichhubahali | South | 2.37 km |
| Kanut | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Salandi | West | 3.02 km |
| Bhlubahali | East | 3.13 km |
| Lathakend | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Bhutungpara | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Gidhmal | South-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muribahal
Muribahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Muribahal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Muribahal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muribahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muribahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Muribahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muribahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muribahal
Where is Muribahal located?
Muribahal village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muribahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Muribahal is Kanut.
What is the pincode of Muribahal?
The pincode of Muribahal is 767026.
What is the population of Muribahal?
Muribahal has a total population of 559, including 276 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Muribahal?
There are 147 households in Muribahal.
What is the literacy rate in Muribahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muribahal is 53.85%. Male literacy is 64.13% and female literacy is 43.82%.