Murmala

Murmala is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Sarsabad is the gram panchayat of Murmala village.

Murmala has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Murmala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murmala is 371741. The village spans a total geographical area of 194 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Murmala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Murmala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 430 209 221
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 33 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 424 206 218
Literate Population 187 121 66
Illiterate Population 243 88 155

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

  • The total population of Murmala village is around 430, including approximately 209 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Murmala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murmala village has 424 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murmala village is about 43.49%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 29.86%.
  • There are around 100 households in Murmala village.

Connectivity of Murmala

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

Nearby Villages of Murmala

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murmala

Where is Murmala located?
Murmala village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murmala?
The Gram Panchayat of Murmala is Sarsabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murmala?
The pincode of Murmala is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murmala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murmala is 430, with 209 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Murmala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murmala village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murmala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murmala is 43.49%. The male literacy rate is 57.89%, while the female literacy rate is 29.86%.