Muraun - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Muraun is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 69 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kotichalnuki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraun is 043076. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.68 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Muraun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muraun
As per Census 2011, Muraun village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 57 males and 61 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muraun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 15 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Muraun
Muraun is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muraun
Muraun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Muraun is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Muraun is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraun 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 Muraun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraun 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 Muraun
Where is Muraun located?
Muraun village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraun?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraun is Kotichalnuki.
What is the pincode of Muraun?
The pincode of Muraun is 249161.
What is the population of Muraun?
Muraun has a total population of 118, including 57 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Muraun?
There are 26 households in Muraun.
What is the literacy rate in Muraun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraun is 66.95%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 60.66%.