Murgu

Murgu is a village located in Sisai subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sisai (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Murgu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Murgu unique in its vibrant Sisai-Gumla region. You’ll see Murgu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Murgu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murgu is 375679. The village spans a total geographical area of 1485 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835202. Sisai is nearest town to Murgu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Murgu 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga 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 Murgu

According to the 2011 Census, Murgu has a total population of about 3,613, with approximately 1,819 males and 1,794 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 570 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,060. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.59%, with male literacy at about 68.28% and female literacy near 48.77%. There are around 665 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murgu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,613 1,819 1,794
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 570 284 286
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 32 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,060 1,019 1,041
Literate Population 2,117 1,242 875
Illiterate Population 1,496 577 919

Connectivity of Murgu

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

Nearby Villages of Murgu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Murgu

Where is Murgu located?
Murgu village is situated in Sisai Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgu?
Murgu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Murgu?
The pincode of Murgu is 835202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murgu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murgu is 3,613, with 1,819 males and 1,794 females.
How many households are there in Murgu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murgu village has a total of 665 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murgu is 58.59%. The male literacy rate is 68.28%, while the female literacy rate is 48.77%.