Murwan - Naraini, Banda
Murwan is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Murwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwan is 155319. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.99 hectares and falls under the 210001 pincode.
Murwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murwan
As per Census 2011, Murwan village has a total population of 3,001 people, consisting of 1,584 males and 1,417 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,739 literate and 1,262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 1,584 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 235 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 373 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 1,070 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 514 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Murwan
Murwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Husenpur Kalan | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Husenpur Khurd | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Saripur | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Moongus | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Bansi | South | 2.29 km |
| Jamapur | West | 2.40 km |
| Girwan | North | 2.44 km |
| Prempur | East | 3.09 km |
| Aila | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Santpur | West | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murwan
Murwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khurhand, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Banda to Murwan is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwan 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 Murwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murwan
Where is Murwan located?
Murwan village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murwan?
Murwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murwan?
The pincode of Murwan is 210001.
What is the population of Murwan?
Murwan has a total population of 3,001, including 1,584 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Murwan?
There are 580 households in Murwan.
What is the literacy rate in Murwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwan is 57.95%. Male literacy is 67.55% and female literacy is 47.21%.