Murnar
Murnar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Udanpur is the gram panchayat of Murnar village.
Murnar 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 Murnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murnar is 448445. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494331. Antagarh is nearest town to Murnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Murnar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Murnar
Population of Murnar
Below is a concise population overview of Murnar 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 | 337 | 157 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murnar village:
- The total population of Murnar village is around 337, including approximately 157 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1146 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Murnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murnar village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 204 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murnar village is about 61.42%, with male literacy at 69.43% and female literacy at 54.44%.
- There are around 68 households in Murnar village.
Connectivity of Murnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murnar. As per the 2011 stats, Murnar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Murnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murnar
- Where is Murnar located?
- Murnar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murnar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murnar is Udanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murnar?
- The pincode of Murnar is 494331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murnar is 337, with 157 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Murnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murnar village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murnar is 61.42%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.