Murkundi - Gop, Puri
Murkundi is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Konark and around 45 km from Puri. Banakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murkundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkundi is 409314. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752116 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkundi
According to the 2011 Census, Murkundi village had a total population of 368 people, including 194 males and 174 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.78%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 93.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Murkundi
Murkundi 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 Murkundi
Murkundi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Murkundi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Murkundi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murkundi
Where is Murkundi located?
Murkundi village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkundi is Banakhandi.
What is the pincode of Murkundi?
The pincode of Murkundi is 752116.
What is the population of Murkundi?
Murkundi had a total population of 368, including 194 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Murkundi?
Murkundi had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkundi was 95.78%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 93.04%.