Murka

Murka is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Murka village is also a gram panchayat.

Murka has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Murka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murka is 433248. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Ambikapur is nearest town to Murka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Murka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,705 840 865
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 319 163 156
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,127 553 574
Literate Population 682 386 296
Illiterate Population 1,023 454 569

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

  • The total population of Murka village is around 1,705, including approximately 840 males and 865 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Murka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murka village has 1,127 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murka village is about 40.00%, with male literacy at 45.95% and female literacy at 34.22%.
  • There are around 338 households in Murka village.

Connectivity of Murka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murka. As per the 2011 stats, Murka 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 Murka

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murka

Where is Murka located?
Murka village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murka?
Murka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Murka?
The pincode of Murka is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murka is 1,705, with 840 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Murka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murka village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murka is 40.00%. The male literacy rate is 45.95%, while the female literacy rate is 34.22%.