Murtunga - Simulia, Balasore
Murtunga is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Similia and around 61 km from Baleshwar. Purosottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murtunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murtunga is 394258. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Murtunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murtunga
According to the 2011 Census, Murtunga village had a total population of 427 people, including 229 males and 198 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 92.72% and female literacy at 67.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 358.
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 | 427 | 229 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 191 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 191 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 38 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Murtunga
Murtunga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Abjanna | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Chakradharpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Parbatipur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Prusottampur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Bamatia | East | 1.91 km |
| Kalasapur | North | 2.16 km |
| Samasundarpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Kuanrpur | North | 2.55 km |
| Jaganathapur | East | 2.88 km |
| Kakhadapada | South-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murtunga
Public transport in the Murtunga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Murtunga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Murtunga is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murtunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murtunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murtunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murtunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murtunga
Where is Murtunga located?
Murtunga village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murtunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Murtunga is Purosottampur.
What is the pincode of Murtunga?
The pincode of Murtunga is 756134.
What is the population of Murtunga?
Murtunga had a total population of 427, including 229 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Murtunga?
Murtunga had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murtunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murtunga was 80.93%. Male literacy was 92.72% and female literacy was 67.58%.