Murhetra

Murhetra is a village located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Murhetra village. As per 2009 stats, Dhulara is the gram panchayat of Murhetra village.

Murhetra has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Murhetra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murhetra is 007684. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Murhetra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Murhetra 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 Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Murhetra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 385 187 198
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 19 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 19 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 67 39 28
Literate Population 294 156 138
Illiterate Population 91 31 60

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

  • The total population of Murhetra village is around 385, including approximately 187 males and 198 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Murhetra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murhetra village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murhetra village is about 76.36%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 69.70%.
  • There are around 83 households in Murhetra village.

Connectivity of Murhetra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murhetra. As per the 2011 stats, Murhetra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murhetra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Murhetra

Where is Murhetra located?
Murhetra village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murhetra?
The Gram Panchayat of Murhetra is Dhulara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murhetra?
The pincode of Murhetra is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murhetra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murhetra is 385, with 187 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Murhetra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murhetra village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murhetra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murhetra is 76.36%. The male literacy rate is 83.42%, while the female literacy rate is 69.70%.