Murabani - Keshiary, Paschim Medinipur
Murabani is a village situated in the Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Gaganeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murabani is 343682. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 721133 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Murabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murabani
According to the 2011 Census, Murabani village had a total population of 203 people, including 111 males and 92 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 67.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 88 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Murabani
Murabani 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 Murabani
Murabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Murabani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Murabani is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murabani
Where is Murabani located?
Murabani village is located in Keshiary Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Murabani is Gaganeswar.
What is the pincode of Murabani?
The pincode of Murabani is 721133.
What is the population of Murabani?
Murabani had a total population of 203, including 111 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Murabani?
Murabani had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murabani was 79.23%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 67.06%.