Murkwad
About Murkwad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murkwad village is 602867. Murkwad village is located in Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Haliyal (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Murukwad is the gram panchayat of Murkwad village.
The total geographical area of village is 624.28 hectares. Murkwad has a total population of 2,606 peoples, out of which male population is 1,323 while female population is 1,283. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murkwad village is 61.78% out of which 70.22% males and 53.08% females are literate. There are about 567 houses in murkwad village. Pincode of murkwad village locality is 581329.
Haliyal is nearest town to murkwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Murkwad
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,606 | 1,323 | 1,283 |
| Children (0-6) | 369 | 181 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 130 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,610 | 929 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 394 | 602 |
Connectivity of Murkwad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murkwad
Where is Murkwad located?
Murkwad village is situated in Haliyal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkwad is Murukwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murkwad?
The pincode of Murkwad is 581329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murkwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkwad is 2,606, with 1,323 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Murkwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkwad village has a total of 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkwad is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 70.22%, while the female literacy rate is 53.08%.