Murkum
About Murkum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murkum village is 379460. Murkum village is located in Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Seraikela (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Murkum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 428 hectares. Murkum has a total population of 1,234 peoples, out of which male population is 609 while female population is 625. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murkum village is 45.46% out of which 55.83% males and 35.36% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in murkum village. Pincode of murkum village locality is 833220.
When it comes to administration, Murkum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Murkum village comes under Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency & Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Saraikela is nearest town to murkum village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Murkum
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,234 | 609 | 625 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 340 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 269 | 404 |
Connectivity of Murkum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murkum
Where is Murkum located?
Murkum village is situated in Saraikela Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkum?
Murkum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Murkum?
The pincode of Murkum is 833220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murkum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkum is 1,234, with 609 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Murkum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkum village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkum is 45.46%. The male literacy rate is 55.83%, while the female literacy rate is 35.36%.