Muraripur - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Muraripur is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Samantarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraripur is 397525. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 754162 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Muraripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muraripur
According to the 2011 Census, Muraripur village had a total population of 425 people, including 198 males and 227 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 97.31% and female literacy at 85.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 425 | 198 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 181 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 17 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Muraripur
Muraripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samantarapur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Ukusahi | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Kolar | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Ranitola | South | 1.53 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Jaipur | West | 1.99 km |
| Nuapada | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Banasara | East | 2.46 km |
| Nagapura | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Porgadei | South | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muraripur
The nearest railway station is Rahama, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Muraripur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Muraripur
Where is Muraripur located?
Muraripur village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muraripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraripur is Samantarapur.
What is the pincode of Muraripur?
The pincode of Muraripur is 754162.
What is the population of Muraripur?
Muraripur had a total population of 425, including 198 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Muraripur?
Muraripur had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muraripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraripur was 91.30%. Male literacy was 97.31% and female literacy was 85.85%.