Murja
Murja is a village located in Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Boipariguda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Kenduguda is the gram panchayat of Murja village.
Here you can discover what makes Murja unique in its vibrant Boipariguda-Koraput region. You’ll see Murja’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 Murja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murja is 429201. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764043. Sunabeda is nearest town to Murja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
As per 2019 stats, Murja village comes under Koraput assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Murja
Population of Murja
According to the 2011 Census, Murja has a total population of about 301, with approximately 149 males and 152 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 73 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 226. The overall literacy rate is approximately 23.59%, with male literacy at about 30.87% and female literacy near 16.45%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 149 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 46 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 103 | 127 |
Connectivity of Murja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murja. As per the 2011 stats, Murja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murja
Knowing the nearby villages of Murja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murja
- Where is Murja located?
- Murja village is situated in Boipariguda Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murja is Kenduguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murja?
- The pincode of Murja is 764043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murja is 301, with 149 males and 152 females.
- How many households are there in Murja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murja village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murja is 23.59%. The male literacy rate is 30.87%, while the female literacy rate is 16.45%.