Murkundi
About Murkundi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murkundi village is 409314. Murkundi village is located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Banakhandi is the gram panchayat of Murkundi village.
The total geographical area of village is 66 hectares. Murkundi has a total population of 368 peoples, out of which male population is 194 while female population is 174. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 896 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murkundi village is 86.41% out of which 88.14% males and 84.48% females are literate. There are about 81 houses in murkundi village. Pincode of murkundi village locality is 752116.
When it comes to administration, Murkundi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Murkundi village comes under Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency. Konark is nearest town to murkundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Murkundi
The population details of Murkundi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Connectivity of Murkundi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murkundi
Where is Murkundi located?
Murkundi village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murkundi is Banakhandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Murkundi?
The pincode of Murkundi is 752116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murkundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkundi is 368, with 194 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Murkundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkundi village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkundi is 86.41%. The male literacy rate is 88.14%, while the female literacy rate is 84.48%.