Murkia
Murkia is a village located in Talasara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Talasara (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Bandega is the gram panchayat of Murkia village.
Here you can discover what makes Murkia unique in its vibrant Talasara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Murkia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Murkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkia is 383986. The village spans a total geographical area of 359 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770074. Sundargarh is nearest town to Murkia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Murkia
Population of Murkia
According to the 2011 Census, Murkia has a total population of about 732, with approximately 378 males and 354 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 402. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.78%, with male literacy at about 63.49% and female literacy near 45.48%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murkia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 378 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 52 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 205 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 240 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 138 | 193 |
Connectivity of Murkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkia. As per the 2011 stats, Murkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Murkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murkia
- Where is Murkia located?
- Murkia village is situated in Talasara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murkia is Bandega (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murkia?
- The pincode of Murkia is 770074, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkia is 732, with 378 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Murkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murkia village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkia is 54.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.49%, while the female literacy rate is 45.48%.