Muturkham - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Muturkham is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Baharagora. Muturkham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muturkham is 364793. The village covers a total geographical area of 551 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Muturkham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Muturkham
According to the 2011 Census, Muturkham village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 636 males and 600 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.78%, with male literacy at 58.53% and female literacy at 36.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,120.
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 | 1,236 | 636 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,120 | 573 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 326 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 310 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Muturkham
Muturkham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Birbhanga | North | 1.51 km |
| Baljuri | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Shirbai | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Jarapal | East | 2.09 km |
| Morotaliya | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Kerukocha | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Dhalabera | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Shiyal Binda | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Kandar | East | 2.80 km |
| Hatidahar | South-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muturkham
Muturkham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kokpara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Muturkham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muturkham 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muturkham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muturkham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muturkham
Where is Muturkham located?
Muturkham village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muturkham?
Muturkham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muturkham?
The pincode of Muturkham is 832101.
What is the population of Muturkham?
Muturkham had a total population of 1,236, including 636 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Muturkham?
Muturkham had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muturkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muturkham was 47.78%. Male literacy was 58.53% and female literacy was 36.38%.