Mururia - Nabagram, Murshidabad
Mururia is a village situated in the Nabagram subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Mahurul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mururia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mururia is 315008. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.53 hectares and falls under the 742184 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mururia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mururia
According to the 2011 Census, Mururia village had a total population of 925 people, including 470 males and 455 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 62.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 668.
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 | 925 | 470 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 331 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 319 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 151 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Mururia
Mururia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Isannagar | West | 1.01 km |
| Hijrol | North | 1.42 km |
| Palsa | East | 1.59 km |
| Isanpur | West | 2.00 km |
| Rajkhanda | South | 2.08 km |
| Gorara | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Brahmapur | East | 2.87 km |
| Itasaran | North | 2.94 km |
| Anantapur | South | 3.05 km |
| Gramdighi | South-East | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mururia
Public transport in the Mururia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jivanti Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Berhampore to Mururia 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 Mururia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mururia 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 Mururia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mururia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mururia
Where is Mururia located?
Mururia village is located in Nabagram Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mururia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mururia is Mahurul.
What is the pincode of Mururia?
The pincode of Mururia is 742184.
What is the population of Mururia?
Mururia had a total population of 925, including 470 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Mururia?
Mururia had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mururia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mururia was 69.47%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 62.56%.