Murguda - Devbhog, Gariyaband
Murguda is a village situated in the Devbhog tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Deobhog and around 225 km from Raipur. Badigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murguda is 445532. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.2 hectares and falls under the 493890 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 134 km away.
Murguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murguda
As per Census 2011, Murguda village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 288 males and 262 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 288 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 173 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 115 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Murguda
Murguda 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 Murguda
Murguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gariyaband to Murguda is about 134 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Murguda is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murguda
Where is Murguda located?
Murguda village is located in Devbhog Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Murguda is Badigaon.
What is the pincode of Murguda?
The pincode of Murguda is 493890.
What is the population of Murguda?
Murguda has a total population of 550, including 288 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Murguda?
There are 150 households in Murguda.
What is the literacy rate in Murguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murguda is 50.36%. Male literacy is 60.07% and female literacy is 39.69%.