Murka - Balrampur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Murka is a village situated in the Balrampur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Balrampur and around 80 km from Ambikapur. Murka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murka is 431949. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.88 hectares and falls under the 497119 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Murka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murka
According to the 2011 Census, Murka village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 636 males and 669 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.21%, with male literacy at 55.41% and female literacy at 39.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,189.
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 | 1,305 | 636 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,189 | 583 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 292 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 344 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Murka
Murka 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 Murka
Murka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balrampur to Murka is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Murka is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murka
Where is Murka located?
Murka village is located in Balrampur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murka?
Murka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murka?
The pincode of Murka is 497119.
What is the population of Murka?
Murka had a total population of 1,305, including 636 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Murka?
Murka had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murka was 47.21%. Male literacy was 55.41% and female literacy was 39.31%.