Murnarkhurd - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Murnarkhurd is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Amagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murnarkhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murnarkhurd is 448084. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.2 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Murnarkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murnarkhurd
As per Census 2011, Murnarkhurd village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 75 males and 94 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,253 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murnarkhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 75 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 70 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 41 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Murnarkhurd
Murnarkhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipondi | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Dhaunsakalan | South | 1.50 km |
| Chingnar | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Dhaunsa Chhote | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Aamagaon | West | 3.41 km |
| Malmeta | South | 4.65 km |
| Edanar | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Sirsangi | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Sarandi | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Kaleparas | West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murnarkhurd
Murnarkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Murnarkhurd is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Murnarkhurd is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murnarkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murnarkhurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murnarkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murnarkhurd 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 Murnarkhurd
Where is Murnarkhurd located?
Murnarkhurd village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murnarkhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Murnarkhurd is Amagaon.
What is the pincode of Murnarkhurd?
The pincode of Murnarkhurd is 494665.
What is the population of Murnarkhurd?
Murnarkhurd has a total population of 169, including 75 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Murnarkhurd?
There are 30 households in Murnarkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Murnarkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murnarkhurd is 36.69%. Male literacy is 45.33% and female literacy is 29.79%.