Murma Khurd - Untari Road, Palamu
Murma Khurd is a village situated in the Untari Road subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Untari Road and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Murma Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murma Khurd is 365730. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode. Bishrampur is the nearest town.
Murma Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murma Khurd
As per Census 2011, Murma Khurd village has a total population of 2,531 people, consisting of 1,329 males and 1,202 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 1,304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 997 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murma Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,531 | 1,329 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 248 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 997 | 524 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 831 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,304 | 498 | 806 |
Nearby Villages of Murma Khurd
Murma Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malwaria | West | 1.13 km |
| Dhachabar | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Titahi | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Burhkhaira | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Darua | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Chaura | South | 2.59 km |
| Murma Kalan | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Semri | West | 2.71 km |
| Dala Khurd | East | 3.02 km |
| Binhua | South-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murma Khurd
Murma Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Untare Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Murma Khurd is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murma Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murma Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murma Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murma Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murma Khurd
Where is Murma Khurd located?
Murma Khurd village is located in Untari Road Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murma Khurd?
Murma Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murma Khurd?
The pincode of Murma Khurd is 822116.
What is the population of Murma Khurd?
Murma Khurd has a total population of 2,531, including 1,329 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Murma Khurd?
There are 503 households in Murma Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Murma Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murma Khurd is 48.48%. Male literacy is 62.53% and female literacy is 32.95%.