Murkia
Murkia is a village located in Kheragarh tehsil of Agra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kheragarh (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Agra. As per 2009 stats, Murkia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Murkia unique in its vibrant Kheragarh-Agra 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 124970. The village spans a total geographical area of 623.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 283102. Agra is nearest town to Murkia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Murkia
Population of Murkia
According to the 2011 Census, Murkia has a total population of about 4,067, with approximately 2,172 males and 1,895 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 693 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 512 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.36%, with male literacy at about 76.47% and female literacy near 52.61%. There are around 634 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 | 4,067 | 2,172 | 1,895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 369 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 261 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,658 | 1,661 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 511 | 898 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Kheragarh Tehsil, within the Agra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murkia?
- Murkia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murkia?
- The pincode of Murkia is 283102, 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 4,067, with 2,172 males and 1,895 females.
- How many households are there in Murkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murkia village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkia is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.47%, while the female literacy rate is 52.61%.