Murdakiya - Sujangarh, Churu
Murdakiya is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Murdakiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdakiya is 070819. The village covers a total geographical area of 1580.45 hectares and falls under the 331506 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murdakiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murdakiya
As per Census 2011, Murdakiya village has a total population of 1,661 people, consisting of 864 males and 797 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdakiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,661 | 864 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 120 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 212 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 621 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 243 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Murdakiya
Murdakiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagiwad | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Kolasar | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Lalpura | West | 3.41 km |
| Chariya | North | 3.90 km |
| Shobhasar | East | 4.81 km |
| Gudabari | South-East | 5.78 km |
| Ghotra | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Parwatisar | South | 6.12 km |
| Malsisar | South-West | 7.14 km |
| Khadaya | South | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdakiya
Murdakiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talchhapar, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Murdakiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Murdakiya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdakiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdakiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murdakiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdakiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murdakiya
Where is Murdakiya located?
Murdakiya village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdakiya?
Murdakiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murdakiya?
The pincode of Murdakiya is 331506.
What is the population of Murdakiya?
Murdakiya has a total population of 1,661, including 864 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Murdakiya?
There are 272 households in Murdakiya.
What is the literacy rate in Murdakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdakiya is 60.39%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 47.93%.