Murtunga
Murtunga is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Purosottampur is the gram panchayat of Murtunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Murtunga unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Murtunga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Murtunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murtunga is 394258. The village spans a total geographical area of 64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756166. Bhadrak is nearest town to Murtunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Murtunga
Population of Murtunga
According to the 2011 Census, Murtunga has a total population of about 427, with approximately 229 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 358 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.54%, with male literacy at about 83.41% and female literacy near 62.12%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murtunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 314 | 191 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 38 | 75 |
Connectivity of Murtunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murtunga. As per the 2011 stats, Murtunga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Murtunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Murtunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murtunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murtunga
- Where is Murtunga located?
- Murtunga village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murtunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murtunga is Purosottampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murtunga?
- The pincode of Murtunga is 756166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murtunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murtunga is 427, with 229 males and 198 females.
- How many households are there in Murtunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murtunga village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murtunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murtunga is 73.54%. The male literacy rate is 83.41%, while the female literacy rate is 62.12%.