Murali - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Murali is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.8 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 5.8 km from Barasat. Chhoto Jagulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murali village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Murali is 323180. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.73 hectares and falls under the 743248 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Murali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barasat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Murali

According to the 2011 Census, Murali village had a total population of 4,056 people, including 2,076 males and 1,980 females, living in 1,005 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.51%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 77.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

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:

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 Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Murali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Murali is about 5.8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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:

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:

FAQs about Murali