Murigachhi - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Murigachhi is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Sarisha and around 40 km from Alipore. Patra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murigachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murigachhi is 334476. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.28 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Murigachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murigachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Murigachhi village had a total population of 2,336 people, including 1,180 males and 1,156 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.90%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 70.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 2,336 | 1,180 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 220 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 759 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 421 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Murigachhi
Murigachhi 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 Murigachhi
Murigachhi 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 Murigachhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Murigachhi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Murigachhi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murigachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murigachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murigachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murigachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murigachhi
Where is Murigachhi located?
Murigachhi village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murigachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murigachhi is Patra.
What is the pincode of Murigachhi?
The pincode of Murigachhi is 743330.
What is the population of Murigachhi?
Murigachhi had a total population of 2,336, including 1,180 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Murigachhi?
Murigachhi had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murigachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murigachhi was 74.90%. Male literacy was 79.06% and female literacy was 70.69%.