Murrata - Rajgarh, Alwar
Murrata is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Motiwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murrata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murrata is 073373. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 301415 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Murrata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thanagazi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murrata
According to the 2011 Census, Murrata village had a total population of 261 people, including 150 males and 111 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 740 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 54.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 261 | 150 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 26 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 106 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 44 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Murrata
Murrata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narwas | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Bandh Ramsagar | South | 1.35 km |
| Deoti | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Rajpur Bara | East | 2.29 km |
| Koondla | North | 2.37 km |
| Mandawari | South | 2.56 km |
| Ramsinghpura | West | 2.94 km |
| Lanki | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Kherli | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Sakat | South-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murrata
Public transport in the Murrata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baswa, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajgarh to Murrata is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Murrata is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murrata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murrata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murrata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murrata 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 Murrata
Where is Murrata located?
Murrata village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murrata?
The Gram Panchayat of Murrata is Motiwara.
What is the pincode of Murrata?
The pincode of Murrata is 301415.
What is the population of Murrata?
Murrata had a total population of 261, including 150 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Murrata?
Murrata had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murrata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murrata was 71.37%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 54.37%.