Murargota - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Murargota is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mohla and around 70 km from Rajnandgaon. Somatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murargota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murargota is 441308. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.66 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Murargota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murargota
As per Census 2011, Murargota village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 247 males and 250 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murargota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 247 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 189 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 64 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Murargota
Murargota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somatola | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Jobtola | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Padgondi | West | 1.82 km |
| Ghansitola | East | 2.24 km |
| Dangarh | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Khamtola | South | 2.79 km |
| Karrigaon | North | 2.86 km |
| Putar Gondi Khurd | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Salhe Jalhal | West | 3.19 km |
| Paddatola | South-East | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murargota
Murargota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Murargota is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Murargota is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murargota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murargota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murargota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murargota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murargota
Where is Murargota located?
Murargota village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murargota?
The Gram Panchayat of Murargota is Somatola.
What is the pincode of Murargota?
The pincode of Murargota is 491666.
What is the population of Murargota?
Murargota has a total population of 497, including 247 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Murargota?
There are 109 households in Murargota.
What is the literacy rate in Murargota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murargota is 67.20%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 60.40%.