Murjhar

Murjhar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Ravindranagar is the gram panchayat of Murjhar village.

Murjhar has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Murjhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murjhar is 448211. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494771. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Murjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Murjhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 193 108 85
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 17 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 182 99 83
Literate Population 86 61 25
Illiterate Population 107 47 60

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

  • The total population of Murjhar village is around 193, including approximately 108 males and 85 females, with a sex ratio of 787 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Murjhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murjhar village has 182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murjhar village is about 44.56%, with male literacy at 56.48% and female literacy at 29.41%.
  • There are around 36 households in Murjhar village.

Connectivity of Murjhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Murjhar 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murjhar

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

Nawanareki Hanker Bramhapur Ravindra Nagar Kalyanpur Mayapur Ramkrishanpur Pitobhodiya Ratanpur Chhotekapsi Shri Nagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Murjhar

Where is Murjhar located?
Murjhar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Murjhar is Ravindranagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murjhar?
The pincode of Murjhar is 494771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murjhar is 193, with 108 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Murjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murjhar village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murjhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murjhar is 44.56%. The male literacy rate is 56.48%, while the female literacy rate is 29.41%.