Murki - Kamalnagar, Bidar
Murki is a village situated in the Kamalnagar taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Aurad and around 62 km from Bidar. Murki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murki is 599987. The village covers a total geographical area of 2324.93 hectares and falls under the 585417 pincode. Aurad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Murki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murki
As per Census 2011, Murki village has a total population of 5,149 people, consisting of 2,660 males and 2,489 females. The village has 922 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 632 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,375 literate and 1,774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 896 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,149 | 2,660 | 2,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 332 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 454 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,323 | 711 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 3,375 | 1,948 | 1,427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,774 | 712 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Murki
Murki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadlapur | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Wagangera | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Hakyal | South | 3.23 km |
| Dhondi Hipparga | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Handikhera | East | 4.19 km |
| Ramdiyal | South | 4.23 km |
| Ganeshpur (u) | North | 4.55 km |
| Rawangaon | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Dongaon Makta | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Ganganbeed | North-East | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murki
Murki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurad to Murki is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Murki is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murki
Where is Murki located?
Murki village is located in Kamalnagar Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murki?
Murki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murki?
The pincode of Murki is 585417.
What is the population of Murki?
Murki has a total population of 5,149, including 2,660 males and 2,489 females.
How many households are there in Murki?
There are 922 households in Murki.
What is the literacy rate in Murki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murki is 65.55%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 57.33%.