Murkhur - Ramkanda, Garhwa
Murkhur is a village situated in the Ramkanda subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramkanda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murkhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkhur is 347924. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode.
Murkhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Murkhur
According to the 2011 Census, Murkhur village had a total population of 689 people, including 357 males and 332 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.55%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 35.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 689 | 357 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 195 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 162 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Murkhur
Murkhur 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 Murkhur
Murkhur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Murkhur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkhur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murkhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkhur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murkhur
Where is Murkhur located?
Murkhur village is located in Ramkanda Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murkhur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkhur is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Murkhur?
The pincode of Murkhur is 822125.
What is the population of Murkhur?
Murkhur had a total population of 689, including 357 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Murkhur?
Murkhur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkhur was 52.55%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 35.61%.