Muraini - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Muraini is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Muraini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraini is 158239. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.2 hectares and falls under the 230141 pincode. Kunda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Muraini 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 Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muraini
According to the 2011 Census, Muraini village had a total population of 1,226 people, including 619 males and 607 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.32%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 55.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
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 | 1,226 | 619 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 145 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 465 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 154 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Muraini
Muraini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saray Bhawani Baksh | North | 1.23 km |
| Tanda | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Ray Kashipur | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Jaichandpur | East | 1.33 km |
| Peeng | South | 1.36 km |
| Dhangarh | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Shivpur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Fatte Shahpur | North | 1.82 km |
| Pure Chiranjiv | North | 2.11 km |
| Bhitari | West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muraini
Muraini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunda to Muraini is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Muraini is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraini 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Muraini
Where is Muraini located?
Muraini village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muraini?
Muraini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muraini?
The pincode of Muraini is 230141.
What is the population of Muraini?
Muraini had a total population of 1,226, including 619 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Muraini?
Muraini had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraini was 71.32%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 55.11%.