Murtonda
Murtonda is a village located in Sukma tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sukma (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Murtonda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Murtonda unique in its vibrant Sukma-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Murtonda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Murtonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murtonda is 450634. The village spans a total geographical area of 3734.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Sukma is nearest town to Murtonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Murtonda
Population of Murtonda
According to the 2011 Census, Murtonda has a total population of about 2,199, with approximately 1,094 males and 1,105 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,602. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.19%, with male literacy at about 31.17% and female literacy near 13.30%. There are around 485 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murtonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,094 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,602 | 788 | 814 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 341 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,711 | 753 | 958 |
Connectivity of Murtonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murtonda. As per the 2011 stats, Murtonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murtonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Murtonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murtonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murtonda
- Where is Murtonda located?
- Murtonda village is situated in Sukma Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murtonda?
- Murtonda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murtonda?
- The pincode of Murtonda is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murtonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murtonda is 2,199, with 1,094 males and 1,105 females.
- How many households are there in Murtonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murtonda village has a total of 485 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murtonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murtonda is 22.19%. The male literacy rate is 31.17%, while the female literacy rate is 13.30%.