Murkuda
About Murkuda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murkuda village is 497915. Murkuda village is located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Murkuda village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 351.5 hectares. Murkuda has a total population of 1,388 peoples, out of which male population is 695 while female population is 693. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murkuda village is 64.41% out of which 69.50% males and 59.31% females are literate. There are about 296 houses in murkuda village.
When it comes to administration, Murkuda 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, Murkuda village comes under Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balaghat is nearest town to murkuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Murkuda
The population details of Murkuda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 695 | 693 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 483 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 212 | 282 |
Connectivity of Murkuda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murkuda
Where is Murkuda located?
Murkuda village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkuda?
Murkuda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Murkuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkuda is 1,388, with 695 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Murkuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkuda village has a total of 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkuda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkuda is 64.41%. The male literacy rate is 69.50%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.