Muruja

Muruja is a village located in Gochhapada tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Gochhapada (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Solaguda is the gram panchayat of Muruja village.

Muruja has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Muruja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Muruja is 415140. The village spans a total geographical area of 44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762002. Phulabani is nearest town to Muruja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Muruja

Below is a concise population overview of Muruja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 107 60 47
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 18 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 97 53 44
Literate Population 29 21 8
Illiterate Population 78 39 39

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Muruja village:

  • The total population of Muruja village is around 107, including approximately 60 males and 47 females, with a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Muruja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Muruja village has 97 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Muruja village is about 27.10%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 17.02%.
  • There are around 23 households in Muruja village.

Connectivity of Muruja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Muruja. As per the 2011 stats, Muruja 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Muruja

Knowing the nearby villages of Muruja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Muruja.

Sartaguda Kakerkheta Nakudisuga Kanjamai Mandibala Kutukudi Labangi Tanjimirka Kadari Takeriguda Solaguda

Frequently Asked Questions about Muruja

Where is Muruja located?
Muruja village is situated in Gochhapada Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muruja?
The Gram Panchayat of Muruja is Solaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Muruja?
The pincode of Muruja is 762002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Muruja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muruja is 107, with 60 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Muruja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Muruja village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muruja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muruja is 27.10%. The male literacy rate is 35.00%, while the female literacy rate is 17.02%.