Murkata

Murkata is a village located in Sonapur subdivision of Kamrup Metropolitan district in Assam, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Sonapur. Sonapur is the sub-district headquarter of Murkata village. As per 2009 stats, Tapatoli is the gram panchayat of Murkata village.

Murkata has its own place in the vibrant Kamrup Metropolitan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Murkata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkata is 303554. The village spans a total geographical area of 447.35 hectares. Guwahati is nearest town to Murkata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Murkata

Below is a concise population overview of Murkata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,187 605 582
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 171 100 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 25 15 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,050 532 518
Literate Population 757 424 333
Illiterate Population 430 181 249

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murkata village:

  • The total population of Murkata village is around 1,187, including approximately 605 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 171 children aged 0–6 years in Murkata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murkata village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,050 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murkata village is about 63.77%, with male literacy at 70.08% and female literacy at 57.22%.
  • There are around 258 households in Murkata village.

Connectivity of Murkata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkata. As per the 2011 stats, Murkata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Murkata

Knowing the nearby villages of Murkata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkata.

Frequently Asked Questions about Murkata

Where is Murkata located?
Murkata village is situated in Sonapur Subdivision, within the Kamrup Metropolitan district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkata is Tapatoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Murkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkata is 1,187, with 605 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Murkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkata village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkata is 63.77%. The male literacy rate is 70.08%, while the female literacy rate is 57.22%.