Murali - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Murali is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 30.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kanachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murali is 316521. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.5 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Murali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murali
As per Census 2011, Murali village has a total population of 415 people, consisting of 210 males and 205 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 210 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 145 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 65 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Murali
Murali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosenpur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Dangal | East | 0.93 km |
| Arazi Muralipur | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Jamalpur | North | 1.65 km |
| Paschim Ramcandrapur | South | 1.68 km |
| Tarapur | East | 1.71 km |
| Prachandapur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Tekedda | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Anandanagar | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Gayaspur | North-West | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murali
Murali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Murali is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Murali is about 30.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Murali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murali
Where is Murali located?
Murali village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murali?
The Gram Panchayat of Murali is Kanachi.
What is the pincode of Murali?
The pincode of Murali is 731216.
What is the population of Murali?
Murali has a total population of 415, including 210 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Murali?
There are 105 households in Murali.
What is the literacy rate in Murali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murali is 61.93%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 54.63%.