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
As per Census 2011, Murkundi village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 194 males and 174 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murkundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| 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 has a total population of 368, including 194 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Murkundi?
There are 81 households in Murkundi.
What is the literacy rate in Murkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkundi is 86.41%. Male literacy is 88.14% and female literacy is 84.48%.