Murja

Murja is a village located in Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Nandapur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Peta is the gram panchayat of Murja village.

Murja has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Murja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murja is 429744. The village spans a total geographical area of 356 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764003. Jeypur is nearest town to Murja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Murja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 251 122 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 35 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 251 122 129
Literate Population 39 26 13
Illiterate Population 212 96 116

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

  • The total population of Murja village is around 251, including approximately 122 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Murja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murja village has 251 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murja village is about 15.54%, with male literacy at 21.31% and female literacy at 10.08%.
  • There are around 67 households in Murja village.

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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murja

Where is Murja located?
Murja village is situated in Nandapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murja?
The Gram Panchayat of Murja is Peta (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 764003, 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 251, with 122 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Murja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murja village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murja is 15.54%. The male literacy rate is 21.31%, while the female literacy rate is 10.08%.