Murugora - Balarampur, Purulia
Murugora is a village situated in the Balarampur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17 km from Balarampur and around 46.4 km from Purulia. Darda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murugora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murugora is 331740. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.55 hectares and falls under the 723143 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Murugora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murugora
According to the 2011 Census, Murugora village had a total population of 529 people, including 276 males and 253 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.05%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 43.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 529 | 276 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 190 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 86 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Murugora
Murugora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atebela | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Gokulnagar | South | 1.63 km |
| Harat | North | 1.65 km |
| Suraidih | East | 1.85 km |
| Berada | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Chakulia | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Arahansa | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Kansbahal | East | 3.15 km |
| Bara Chirka | South | 3.36 km |
| Damda | East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murugora
Murugora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Biramdih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balarampur to Murugora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Murugora is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murugora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murugora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murugora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murugora 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 Murugora
Where is Murugora located?
Murugora village is located in Balarampur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murugora?
The Gram Panchayat of Murugora is Darda.
What is the pincode of Murugora?
The pincode of Murugora is 723143.
What is the population of Murugora?
Murugora had a total population of 529, including 276 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Murugora?
Murugora had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murugora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murugora was 63.05%. Male literacy was 81.20% and female literacy was 43.58%.