Murar - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Murar is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from Binpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murar is 336148. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.06 hectares and falls under the 721503 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Murar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murar
As per Census 2011, Murar village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 347 males and 329 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 347 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 302 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 45 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Murar
Murar 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 Murar
Murar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Murar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murar 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 Murar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Murar
Where is Murar located?
Murar village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murar?
The Gram Panchayat of Murar is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Murar?
The pincode of Murar is 721503.
What is the population of Murar?
Murar has a total population of 676, including 347 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Murar?
There are 158 households in Murar.
What is the literacy rate in Murar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murar is 82.25%. Male literacy is 87.03% and female literacy is 77.20%.