Murcha - Sawayajpur, Hardoi
Murcha is a village situated in the Sawayajpur tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawayajpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Murcha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murcha is 139839. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.41 hectares and falls under the 241402 pincode.
Murcha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murcha
According to the 2011 Census, Murcha village had a total population of 753 people, including 393 males and 360 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.66%, with male literacy at 82.15% and female literacy at 53.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 393 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 267 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 126 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Murcha
Murcha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Arwal Paschim | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Katri Saddupur | South | 2.27 km |
| Pharhan | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Katri Gori | South | 2.78 km |
| Behta Lakhi | North | 2.91 km |
| Chandrampur Pansala | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Saddupur Bangar | South | 3.05 km |
| Chandrampur Sisala | East | 3.07 km |
| Arwal Poorab | East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murcha
Murcha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malikpur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hardoi to Murcha is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murcha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murcha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murcha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murcha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murcha
Where is Murcha located?
Murcha village is located in Sawayajpur Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murcha?
Murcha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murcha?
The pincode of Murcha is 241402.
What is the population of Murcha?
Murcha had a total population of 753, including 393 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Murcha?
Murcha had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murcha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murcha was 68.66%. Male literacy was 82.15% and female literacy was 53.74%.