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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Murtajabad village had a total population of 54 people, including 28 males and 26 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 54, including 28 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Murtajabad?
Murtajabad had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murtajabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murtajabad was 66.67%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 54.55%.