Murkha Village Overview
Murkha is a village in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It lies about 9 km from Kerakat tehsil headquarters and around 40 km from Jaunpur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Murkha village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Murkha village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkha is 203331. The village covers a geographical area of 174.75 hectares. Kerakat is the nearest town.
Location Map of Murkha
Population & Demographics of Murkha
This section provides population and demographic details of Murkha village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Key population details of Murkha village are given below:
- Murkha village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,880, including approximately 910 males and 970 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1,146 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Murkha village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 58.46%.
- There are around 325 households in Murkha village.
Transport & Connectivity of Murkha
Transport facilities help residents of Murkha village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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
The following villages are located close to Murkha and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murkha
- Where is Murkha located?
- Murkha village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murkha?
- Murkha is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Murkha?
- Murkha has a total population of 1,880, including 910 males and 970 females.
- How many households are there in Murkha?
- There are 325 households in Murkha.
- What is the literacy rate in Murkha?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkha is 58.46%. Male literacy is 67.69% and female literacy is 49.79%.