Murkar - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Murkar is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Murkar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkar is 428449. The village covers a total geographical area of 676 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Murkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkar
As per Census 2011, Murkar village has a total population of 835 people, consisting of 410 males and 425 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 650 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 410 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 650 | 314 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 143 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 267 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Murkar
Murkar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biriguda | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Autdora | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Kamilitiguda | North | 3.17 km |
| Gadikhal | West | 3.53 km |
| Kuntes | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Bhitarabagiri | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Mahalingaguda | North | 4.55 km |
| Bajaragarh | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Pojhar | South | 4.65 km |
| Badajor | North-East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murkar
Public transport in the Murkar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Murkar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Murkar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murkar
Where is Murkar located?
Murkar village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkar?
Murkar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murkar?
The pincode of Murkar is 764028.
What is the population of Murkar?
Murkar has a total population of 835, including 410 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Murkar?
There are 215 households in Murkar.
What is the literacy rate in Murkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkar is 25.87%. Male literacy is 34.88% and female literacy is 17.18%.