Murki - Gadiras, Sukma
Murki is a village situated in the Gadiras tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Sukma and around 50 km from Dantewada. Chingawaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murki is 450646. The village covers a total geographical area of 1119.2 hectares and falls under the 494111 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Murki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murki
According to the 2011 Census, Murki village had a total population of 382 people, including 183 males and 199 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.74%, with male literacy at 17.81% and female literacy at 10.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 183 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 182 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 157 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Murki
Murki 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 Murki
Murki 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sukma to Murki is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Murki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murki
Where is Murki located?
Murki village is located in Gadiras Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murki?
The Gram Panchayat of Murki is Chingawaram.
What is the pincode of Murki?
The pincode of Murki is 494111.
What is the population of Murki?
Murki had a total population of 382, including 183 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Murki?
Murki had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murki was 13.74%. Male literacy was 17.81% and female literacy was 10.18%.