Muruga
About Muruga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Muruga village is 402556. Muruga village is located in Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bhuban (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Gada Nrusingha Prasad is the gram panchayat of Muruga village.
The total geographical area of village is 134 hectares. Muruga has a total population of 1,112 peoples, out of which male population is 579 while female population is 533. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 920 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of muruga village is 73.38% out of which 80.31% males and 65.85% females are literate. There are about 265 houses in muruga village. Pincode of muruga village locality is 759017.
When it comes to administration, Muruga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Muruga village comes under Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Bhuban is nearest town to muruga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Muruga
The population details of Muruga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 579 | 533 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 636 | 321 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 816 | 465 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 114 | 182 |
Connectivity of Muruga
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Muruga
Where is Muruga located?
Muruga village is situated in Bhuban Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muruga?
The Gram Panchayat of Muruga is Gada Nrusingha Prasad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Muruga?
The pincode of Muruga is 759017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Muruga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muruga is 1,112, with 579 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Muruga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Muruga village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muruga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muruga is 73.38%. The male literacy rate is 80.31%, while the female literacy rate is 65.85%.