Muchiara - Sainthia, Birbhum
Muchiara is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Panrui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchiara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchiara is 317431. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.97 hectares and falls under the 731121 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Muchiara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muchiara
According to the 2011 Census, Muchiara village had a total population of 625 people, including 326 males and 299 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.04%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382.
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 | 625 | 326 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 201 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 247 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 79 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Muchiara
Muchiara 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 Muchiara
Muchiara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suri to Muchiara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchiara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchiara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muchiara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchiara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Muchiara
Where is Muchiara located?
Muchiara village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muchiara?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchiara is Panrui.
What is the pincode of Muchiara?
The pincode of Muchiara is 731121.
What is the population of Muchiara?
Muchiara had a total population of 625, including 326 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Muchiara?
Muchiara had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muchiara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchiara was 78.04%. Male literacy was 84.59% and female literacy was 70.90%.