Murkinar - Usur, Bijapur
Murkinar is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Murkinar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkinar is 450853. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182.13 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Murkinar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkinar
According to the 2011 Census, Murkinar village had a total population of 672 people, including 319 males and 353 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 79.93% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 613.
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 | 672 | 319 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 35 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 260 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 227 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 92 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Murkinar
Murkinar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gupkonta | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Pangampal | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Modakpal | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Pusgudi | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Sandrel | West | 4.59 km |
| Nukanpal | South | 4.63 km |
| Chinnakodepal | North | 4.78 km |
| Chinnakawali | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Kesgal | North-West | 5.87 km |
| Kanhaiguda | West | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murkinar
Murkinar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| 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 Dantewada to Murkinar is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Murkinar is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkinar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkinar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murkinar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkinar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murkinar
Where is Murkinar located?
Murkinar village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murkinar?
Murkinar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murkinar?
The pincode of Murkinar is 494448.
What is the population of Murkinar?
Murkinar had a total population of 672, including 319 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Murkinar?
Murkinar had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkinar was 70.19%. Male literacy was 79.93% and female literacy was 60.42%.