Muruna
Muruna is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Muruna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Muruna unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Muruna’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 Muruna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Muruna is 394213. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756111. Bhadrak is nearest town to Muruna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Muruna
Population of Muruna
According to the 2011 Census, Muruna has a total population of about 2,416, with approximately 1,231 males and 1,185 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 322 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 622. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.32%, with male literacy at about 70.35% and female literacy near 58.06%. There are around 508 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Muruna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,231 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 181 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 300 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 866 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 365 | 497 |
Connectivity of Muruna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Muruna. As per the 2011 stats, Muruna 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Muruna
Knowing the nearby villages of Muruna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Muruna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Muruna
- Where is Muruna located?
- Muruna village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Muruna?
- Muruna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Muruna?
- The pincode of Muruna is 756111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Muruna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muruna is 2,416, with 1,231 males and 1,185 females.
- How many households are there in Muruna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Muruna village has a total of 508 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Muruna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muruna is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.35%, while the female literacy rate is 58.06%.