Muraripur - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Muraripur is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Benagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraripur is 406027. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muraripur
According to the 2011 Census, Muraripur village had a total population of 447 people, including 230 males and 217 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 195 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 35 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Muraripur
Muraripur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muraripur
Muraripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Muraripur is about 28 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muraripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraripur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muraripur
Where is Muraripur located?
Muraripur village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraripur is Benagadia.
What is the pincode of Muraripur?
The pincode of Muraripur is 752077.
What is the population of Muraripur?
Muraripur had a total population of 447, including 230 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Muraripur?
Muraripur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muraripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraripur was 82.93%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 74.36%.