Muraripur (K) - Mandirbazar, South 24 Parganas
Muraripur (K) is a village situated in the Mandirbazar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Mandirbazar and around 58.4 km from Alipore. Ghateswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraripur (K) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraripur (K) is 334723. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.69 hectares and falls under the 743345 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Muraripur (K) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muraripur (K)
As per Census 2011, Muraripur (K) village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 503 males and 494 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muraripur (K) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 503 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 198 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 427 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 76 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Muraripur (K)
Muraripur (K) 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 Muraripur (K)
Muraripur (K) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Muraripur (K).
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Muraripur (K) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Muraripur (K) is about 58.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraripur (K)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraripur (K) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muraripur (K)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraripur (K) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muraripur (K)
Where is Muraripur (K) located?
Muraripur (K) village is located in Mandirbazar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraripur (K)?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraripur (K) is Ghateswar.
What is the pincode of Muraripur (K)?
The pincode of Muraripur (K) is 743345.
What is the population of Muraripur (K)?
Muraripur (K) has a total population of 997, including 503 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Muraripur (K)?
There are 259 households in Muraripur (K).
What is the literacy rate in Muraripur (K)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraripur (K) is 80.84%. Male literacy is 84.89% and female literacy is 76.72%.