Murtajabad - Nagina, Bijnor
Murtajabad is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Sulemanpurshikohpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murtajabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murtajabad is 112570. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.55 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Murtajabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murtajabad
As per Census 2011, Murtajabad village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 28 males and 26 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murtajabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Murtajabad
Murtajabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saboowala | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Haloowali | West | 1.23 km |
| Aurangjebpur Shahali | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Shankerpur | North | 2.22 km |
| Khokra | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Sulema Shikohpur | East | 2.91 km |
| Rajpur Kot | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Aurangabad | South | 3.22 km |
| Telipara | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Nathewali | South-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murtajabad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murtajabad. The nearest railway station is Saneh Road, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Murtajabad is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murtajabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murtajabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murtajabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murtajabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murtajabad
Where is Murtajabad located?
Murtajabad village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murtajabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Murtajabad is Sulemanpurshikohpur.
What is the pincode of Murtajabad?
The pincode of Murtajabad is 246763.
What is the population of Murtajabad?
Murtajabad has a total population of 54, including 28 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Murtajabad?
There are 14 households in Murtajabad.
What is the literacy rate in Murtajabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murtajabad is 51.85%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 46.15%.