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
As per Census 2011, Murwa village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 661 males and 562 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 661 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 130 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,223, including 661 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Murwa?
There are 238 households in Murwa.
What is the literacy rate in Murwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwa is 29.93%. Male literacy is 37.07% and female literacy is 21.53%.