Murwa - Mahasi, Bahraich
Murwa is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Murauwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwa is 171743. The village covers a total geographical area of 3566.38 hectares and falls under the 271825 pincode.
Murwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murwa
According to the 2011 Census, Murwa village had a total population of 1,223 people, including 661 males and 562 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.73%, with male literacy at 46.14% and female literacy at 27.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291.
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 | 1,223 | 661 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 245 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 416 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Murwa
Murwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhnauli | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Tikuri | East | 1.89 km |
| Khardapur | South | 1.94 km |
| Ramawapur Khurd | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Kodwa | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Baharpur | North | 2.64 km |
| Munsari | South | 2.79 km |
| Umriya | South | 2.81 km |
| Dulamaunav Barar | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Sansari | South-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murwa
Murwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bahraich to Murwa is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murwa
Where is Murwa located?
Murwa village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Murwa is Murauwa.
What is the pincode of Murwa?
The pincode of Murwa is 271825.
What is the population of Murwa?
Murwa had a total population of 1,223, including 661 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Murwa?
Murwa had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwa was 37.73%. Male literacy was 46.14% and female literacy was 27.56%.