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.

Murkia has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Murkia

Below is a concise population overview of Murkia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murkia village:

  • The total population of Murkia village is around 732, including approximately 378 males and 354 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Murkia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murkia village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 402 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murkia village is about 54.78%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 45.48%.
  • There are around 181 households in Murkia village.

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.

Phalsa Sankarabahal Sagjori Kanhaighara Sagbahal Kantabahal Tilia Matimakha Kandapani R F Kendapani Kulenthopa

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%.