Murgathal

Murgathal is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Hathiapathar is the gram panchayat of Murgathal village.

Murgathal 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 Murgathal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murgathal is 372195. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia is nearest town to Murgathal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Murgathal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 491 253 238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 41 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 372 189 183
Literate Population 227 140 87
Illiterate Population 264 113 151

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

  • The total population of Murgathal village is around 491, including approximately 253 males and 238 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Murgathal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murgathal village has 372 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murgathal village is about 46.23%, with male literacy at 55.34% and female literacy at 36.55%.
  • There are around 113 households in Murgathal village.

Connectivity of Murgathal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murgathal

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

Paharpur Garduara Rampur Bhul Hethiapathar Mohanpur Sadipur Deucha Golpur Gormala Rangmala

Frequently Asked Questions about Murgathal

Where is Murgathal located?
Murgathal village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgathal?
The Gram Panchayat of Murgathal is Hathiapathar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murgathal?
The pincode of Murgathal is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murgathal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murgathal is 491, with 253 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Murgathal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murgathal village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgathal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murgathal is 46.23%. The male literacy rate is 55.34%, while the female literacy rate is 36.55%.