Murutia - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Murutia is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Murutia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murutia is 321170. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.31 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Murutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murutia
As per Census 2011, Murutia village has a total population of 4,270 people, consisting of 2,243 males and 2,027 females. The village has 1,102 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,573 literate and 1,697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 741 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,270 | 2,243 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 220 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 377 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 2,573 | 1,415 | 1,158 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,697 | 828 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Murutia
Murutia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singadanga | East | 1.59 km |
| Baniakandi | North | 1.90 km |
| Chak Gaubari | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Dakshin Krishnapur | West | 2.71 km |
| Dharar | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Khanpur | West | 2.82 km |
| Pipulbaria | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Madhpur | North | 2.88 km |
| Angardaha | North | 2.89 km |
| Chak Krishnapur | North-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murutia
Murutia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Krishnagar to Murutia is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Murutia is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murutia
Where is Murutia located?
Murutia village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murutia?
Murutia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murutia?
The pincode of Murutia is 741152.
What is the population of Murutia?
Murutia has a total population of 4,270, including 2,243 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Murutia?
There are 1,102 households in Murutia.
What is the literacy rate in Murutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murutia is 60.26%. Male literacy is 63.09% and female literacy is 57.13%.