Murtuma - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Murtuma is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Umarkote and around 71 km from Nabarangapur . Murtumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murtuma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murtuma is 427332. The village covers a total geographical area of 603 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Murtuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murtuma
As per Census 2011, Murtuma village has a total population of 3,962 people, consisting of 2,028 males and 1,934 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 693 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,557 literate and 2,405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murtuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,962 | 2,028 | 1,934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 358 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,339 | 653 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,134 | 1,107 | 1,027 |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 920 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,405 | 1,108 | 1,297 |
Nearby Villages of Murtuma
Murtuma is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murtuma
Murtuma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Murtuma is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Murtuma is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murtuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murtuma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murtuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murtuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murtuma
Where is Murtuma located?
Murtuma village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murtuma?
The Gram Panchayat of Murtuma is Murtumma.
What is the pincode of Murtuma?
The pincode of Murtuma is 764073.
What is the population of Murtuma?
Murtuma has a total population of 3,962, including 2,028 males and 1,934 females.
How many households are there in Murtuma?
There are 820 households in Murtuma.
What is the literacy rate in Murtuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murtuma is 39.30%. Male literacy is 45.36% and female literacy is 32.94%.