Murma

Murma is a village located in Padwa subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Padwa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Mudma is the gram panchayat of Murma village.

Murma has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Murma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murma is 366018. The village spans a total geographical area of 296 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Padwa is nearest town to Murma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Murma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,596 1,356 1,240
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 467 244 223
Scheduled Castes (SC) 614 310 304
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,239 786 453
Illiterate Population 1,357 570 787

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

  • The total population of Murma village is around 2,596, including approximately 1,356 males and 1,240 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 467 children aged 0–6 years in Murma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murma village has 614 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Murma village is about 47.73%, with male literacy at 57.96% and female literacy at 36.53%.
  • There are around 461 households in Murma village.

Connectivity of Murma

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

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

Nearby Villages of Murma

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murma

Where is Murma located?
Murma village is situated in Padwa Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murma?
The Gram Panchayat of Murma is Mudma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murma?
The pincode of Murma is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murma is 2,596, with 1,356 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Murma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murma village has a total of 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murma is 47.73%. The male literacy rate is 57.96%, while the female literacy rate is 36.53%.