Murpal - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Murpal is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Talabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murpal is 448091. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.58 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Murpal 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 Murpal
According to the 2011 Census, Murpal village had a total population of 213 people, including 108 males and 105 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.65%, with male literacy at 65.43% and female literacy at 48.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 55 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Murpal
Murpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talabeda | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Mangtasalebhat | North | 1.60 km |
| Kolar | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Satighat | West | 3.13 km |
| Tadokee | North | 3.13 km |
| Padbeda | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Tumapal | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Kosronda | West | 3.80 km |
| Kachwar | North | 3.94 km |
| Kumhari | South-East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murpal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murpal. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Murpal is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Murpal is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murpal
Where is Murpal located?
Murpal village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Murpal is Talabeda.
What is the pincode of Murpal?
The pincode of Murpal is 494665.
What is the population of Murpal?
Murpal had a total population of 213, including 108 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Murpal?
Murpal had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murpal was 56.65%. Male literacy was 65.43% and female literacy was 48.91%.