Murad Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Murad Pur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jhangi Mai Shah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murad Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murad Pur is 031097. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Murad Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murad Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Murad Pur village had a total population of 1,418 people, including 714 males and 704 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.30%, with male literacy at 90.81% and female literacy at 81.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 1,418 | 714 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 162 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 583 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 131 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Murad Pur
Murad Pur 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 Murad Pur
Murad Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Murad Pur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Murad Pur 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 Murad Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murad Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murad Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murad Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murad Pur
Where is Murad Pur located?
Murad Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murad Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murad Pur is Jhangi Mai Shah.
What is the pincode of Murad Pur?
The pincode of Murad Pur is 146108.
What is the population of Murad Pur?
Murad Pur had a total population of 1,418, including 714 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Murad Pur?
Murad Pur had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murad Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murad Pur was 86.30%. Male literacy was 90.81% and female literacy was 81.80%.