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
As per Census 2011, Murkinar village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 319 males and 353 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murkinar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 319 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 35 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 10 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 672, including 319 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Murkinar?
There are 112 households in Murkinar.
What is the literacy rate in Murkinar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkinar is 59.23%. Male literacy is 71.16% and female literacy is 48.44%.