Murteli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Murteli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murteli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murteli is 425394. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Murteli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murteli
As per Census 2011, Murteli village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 179 males and 216 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murteli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 179 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 130 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 91 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 88 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Murteli
Murteli 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 Murteli
Public transport in the Murteli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Murteli is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Murteli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murteli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murteli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murteli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murteli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Murteli
Where is Murteli located?
Murteli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murteli?
The Gram Panchayat of Murteli is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Murteli?
The pincode of Murteli is 765019.
What is the population of Murteli?
Murteli has a total population of 395, including 179 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Murteli?
There are 106 households in Murteli.
What is the literacy rate in Murteli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murteli is 37.72%. Male literacy is 50.84% and female literacy is 26.85%.