Murka - Shankargarh, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Murka is a village situated in the Shankargarh tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Shankargarh and around 58 km from Ambikapur. Murka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murka is 432418. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.69 hectares and falls under the 497118 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 58 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 761 people, including 397 males and 364 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.61%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 46.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 761 | 397 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 150 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 252 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 145 | 216 |
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 >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Murka is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murka
Where is Murka located?
Murka village is located in Shankargarh 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 497118.
What is the population of Murka?
Murka had a total population of 761, including 397 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Murka?
Murka had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murka was 60.61%. Male literacy was 73.47% and female literacy was 46.69%.