Muri Ganga - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Muri Ganga is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Rudranagar and around 89 km from Alipore. Muriganga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muri Ganga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muri Ganga is 335243. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.22 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Muri Ganga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muri Ganga
As per Census 2011, Muri Ganga village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,387 males and 1,338 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,859 literate and 866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muri Ganga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,725 | 1,387 | 1,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 160 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 576 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 1,063 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 324 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Muri Ganga
Muri Ganga 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 Muri Ganga
Public transport in the Muri Ganga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Muri Ganga is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Muri Ganga is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muri Ganga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muri Ganga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muri Ganga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muri Ganga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Muri Ganga
Where is Muri Ganga located?
Muri Ganga village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muri Ganga?
The Gram Panchayat of Muri Ganga is Muriganga-i.
What is the pincode of Muri Ganga?
The pincode of Muri Ganga is 743373.
What is the population of Muri Ganga?
Muri Ganga has a total population of 2,725, including 1,387 males and 1,338 females.
How many households are there in Muri Ganga?
There are 621 households in Muri Ganga.
What is the literacy rate in Muri Ganga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muri Ganga is 68.22%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 59.49%.