Murakhada - Upleta, Rajkot
Murakhada is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Murakhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murakhada is 513355. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.73 hectares and falls under the 360470 pincode. Upleta is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murakhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murakhada
According to the 2011 Census, Murakhada village had a total population of 638 people, including 334 males and 304 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 80.47% and female literacy at 59.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 638 | 334 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 239 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 95 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Murakhada
Murakhada 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 Murakhada
Public transport in the Murakhada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Murakhada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Upleta to Murakhada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Murakhada is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murakhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murakhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murakhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murakhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murakhada
Where is Murakhada located?
Murakhada village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murakhada?
Murakhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murakhada?
The pincode of Murakhada is 360470.
What is the population of Murakhada?
Murakhada had a total population of 638, including 334 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Murakhada?
Murakhada had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murakhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murakhada was 70.16%. Male literacy was 80.47% and female literacy was 59.06%.