Murdonda Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Murdonda is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murdonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdonda is 448309. The village covers a total geographical area of 954 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Murdonda 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 Murdonda
As per Census 2011, Murdonda village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 208 males and 218 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdonda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 208 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 156 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 101 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Murdonda
Murdonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anjadi | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Nirde | West | 3.32 km |
| Vanshri | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Janki Nagar | North | 3.92 km |
| Burka | South | 3.92 km |
| Indrapuri | East | 4.25 km |
| Laxmipur | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Ghodagaon | North | 4.41 km |
| Jabelee | West | 4.71 km |
| Machpalli | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdonda
Public transport in the Murdonda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Murdonda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Murdonda is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdonda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murdonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdonda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Murdonda
Where is Murdonda located?
Murdonda village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Murdonda is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Murdonda?
The pincode of Murdonda is 494776.
What is the population of Murdonda?
Murdonda has a total population of 426, including 208 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Murdonda?
There are 81 households in Murdonda.
What is the literacy rate in Murdonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdonda is 46.95%. Male literacy is 51.44% and female literacy is 42.66%.