Murchbana - Lakhpat, Kachchh
Murchbana is a village situated in the Lakhpat taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dayapar and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Kotda(madh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murchbana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murchbana is 506498. The village covers a total geographical area of 2260.84 hectares and falls under the 370625 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Murchbana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murchbana
According to the 2011 Census, Murchbana village had a total population of 301 people, including 152 males and 149 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.49%, with male literacy at 4.27% and female literacy at 0.81%.
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 | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 147 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Murchbana
Murchbana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murchbana
Murchbana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Murchbana is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murchbana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murchbana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murchbana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murchbana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murchbana
Where is Murchbana located?
Murchbana village is located in Lakhpat Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murchbana?
The Gram Panchayat of Murchbana is Kotda(madh).
What is the pincode of Murchbana?
The pincode of Murchbana is 370625.
What is the population of Murchbana?
Murchbana had a total population of 301, including 152 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Murchbana?
Murchbana had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murchbana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murchbana was 2.49%. Male literacy was 4.27% and female literacy was 0.81%.