Murka
Murka is a village located in Shankargarh tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shankargarh (tehsildar office) and 58km 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 432418. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Ambikapur is nearest town to Murka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Murka
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 397 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 150 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 252 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 145 | 216 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murka village:
- The total population of Murka village is around 761, including approximately 397 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Murka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murka village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 272 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murka village is about 52.56%, with male literacy at 63.48% and female literacy at 40.66%.
- There are around 183 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 village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murka
- Where is Murka located?
- Murka village is situated in Shankargarh 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 761, with 397 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Murka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murka village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murka is 52.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.48%, while the female literacy rate is 40.66%.