Murkuta

Murkuta is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Gangpur is the gram panchayat of Murkuta village.

Murkuta has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Murkuta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkuta is 441723. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491337. Nawagarh is nearest town to Murkuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Murkuta

Below is a concise population overview of Murkuta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 731 364 367
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 60 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 523 259 264
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 49 26 23
Literate Population 412 242 170
Illiterate Population 319 122 197

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murkuta village:

  • The total population of Murkuta village is around 731, including approximately 364 males and 367 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Murkuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murkuta village has 523 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 49 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murkuta village is about 56.36%, with male literacy at 66.48% and female literacy at 46.32%.
  • There are around 169 households in Murkuta village.

Connectivity of Murkuta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Murkuta 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murkuta

Knowing the nearby villages of Murkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkuta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Murkuta

Where is Murkuta located?
Murkuta village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkuta?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkuta is Gangpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murkuta?
The pincode of Murkuta is 491337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murkuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkuta is 731, with 364 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Murkuta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkuta village has a total of 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkuta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkuta is 56.36%. The male literacy rate is 66.48%, while the female literacy rate is 46.32%.