Murkheda - Hatod, Indore
Murkheda is a village situated in the Hatod tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatod and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Indore. Murkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkheda is 476057. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034.45 hectares and falls under the 453115 pincode. Depalpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Depalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Indore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkheda
As per Census 2011, Murkheda village has a total population of 1,920 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 914 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,098 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,920 | 1,006 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 193 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 707 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 299 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Murkheda
Murkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasnabad | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Gangajal Khedi | North | 2.63 km |
| Agra | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Chiman Khedi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Piploda | South | 3.11 km |
| Ahir Khedi | East | 3.35 km |
| Badoli Hoj | West | 3.95 km |
| Nandra | North | 4.20 km |
| Sumatha | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Neori | South | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murkheda
Murkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balauda Takun, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Depalpur to Murkheda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Murkheda is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murkheda
Where is Murkheda located?
Murkheda village is located in Hatod Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkheda?
Murkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murkheda?
The pincode of Murkheda is 453115.
What is the population of Murkheda?
Murkheda has a total population of 1,920, including 1,006 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Murkheda?
There are 329 households in Murkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Murkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkheda is 57.19%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 42.78%.