Murkuchhu - Pawai, Panna
Murkuchhu is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Murakuchhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murkuchhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkuchhu is 459315. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.35 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Pawai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murkuchhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murkuchhu
According to the 2011 Census, Murkuchhu village had a total population of 973 people, including 502 males and 471 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.40%, with male literacy at 45.50% and female literacy at 31.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 502 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 113 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 240 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 177 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 325 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Murkuchhu
Murkuchhu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murkuchhu
Murkuchhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pawai to Murkuchhu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Murkuchhu is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkuchhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkuchhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murkuchhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkuchhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murkuchhu
Where is Murkuchhu located?
Murkuchhu village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murkuchhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkuchhu is Murakuchhu.
What is the pincode of Murkuchhu?
The pincode of Murkuchhu is 488446.
What is the population of Murkuchhu?
Murkuchhu had a total population of 973, including 502 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Murkuchhu?
Murkuchhu had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkuchhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkuchhu was 38.40%. Male literacy was 45.50% and female literacy was 31.02%.