Murkha

Murkha is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Murkha village is also a gram panchayat.

Murkha has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Murkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkha is 203331. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.75 hectares. Kerakat is nearest town to Murkha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Murkha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,880 910 970
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 126 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,146 562 584
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,099 616 483
Illiterate Population 781 294 487

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

  • The total population of Murkha village is around 1,880, including approximately 910 males and 970 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Murkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murkha village has 1,146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Murkha village is about 58.46%, with male literacy at 67.69% and female literacy at 49.79%.
  • There are around 325 households in Murkha village.

Connectivity of Murkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkha. As per the 2011 stats, Murkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Murkha

Knowing the nearby villages of Murkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkha.

Loharakhor Arazi Jarasi Jarasi Amuwar Kanaura Panihar Bisapur Arazi Ailia Ailia Bishun Pur Lebrua Kukraundha

Frequently Asked Questions about Murkha

Where is Murkha located?
Murkha village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murkha?
Murkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Murkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkha is 1,880, with 910 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Murkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murkha village has a total of 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkha is 58.46%. The male literacy rate is 67.69%, while the female literacy rate is 49.79%.