Murkundi - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Murkundi is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Tarito serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murkundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkundi is 399900. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 754203 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkundi
As per Census 2011, Murkundi village has a total population of 1,117 people, consisting of 561 males and 556 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 668 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murkundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 561 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 334 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 436 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 125 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Murkundi
Murkundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghabapur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Buruda | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Tarito | South | 1.55 km |
| Balarampur | East | 1.66 km |
| Balisahi | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Kuruli | South | 2.01 km |
| Sisua | North | 2.24 km |
| Sapanpur | North | 2.60 km |
| Bateswar | East | 2.75 km |
| Marada | East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murkundi
Murkundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kandarpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| 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 Cuttack to Murkundi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Murkundi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murkundi
Where is Murkundi located?
Murkundi village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkundi is Tarito.
What is the pincode of Murkundi?
The pincode of Murkundi is 754203.
What is the population of Murkundi?
Murkundi has a total population of 1,117, including 561 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Murkundi?
There are 272 households in Murkundi.
What is the literacy rate in Murkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkundi is 71.35%. Male literacy is 77.72% and female literacy is 64.93%.