Murkhala

Murkhala is a village located in Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chamorshi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Murkhada Chak is the gram panchayat of Murkhala village.

Murkhala has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Murkhala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkhala is 539238. The village spans a total geographical area of 610.14 hectares. Mul is nearest town to Murkhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Murkhala

Below is a concise population overview of Murkhala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,782 1,373 1,409
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 349 178 171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 139 67 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 198 94 104
Literate Population 1,794 985 809
Illiterate Population 988 388 600

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murkhala village:

  • The total population of Murkhala village is around 2,782, including approximately 1,373 males and 1,409 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 349 children aged 0–6 years in Murkhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murkhala village has 139 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 198 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murkhala village is about 64.49%, with male literacy at 71.74% and female literacy at 57.42%.
  • There are around 659 households in Murkhala village.

Connectivity of Murkhala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkhala. As per the 2011 stats, Murkhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murkhala

Knowing the nearby villages of Murkhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkhala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Murkhala

Where is Murkhala located?
Murkhala village is situated in Chamorshi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkhala is Murkhada Chak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Murkhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkhala is 2,782, with 1,373 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Murkhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkhala village has a total of 659 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkhala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkhala is 64.49%. The male literacy rate is 71.74%, while the female literacy rate is 57.42%.