Murcha
Murcha is a village located in Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Shahjahanpur and Powayan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Murcha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Murcha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Murcha unique in its vibrant Powayan-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Murcha’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 Murcha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murcha is 133240. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares. Shahjahanpur is nearest town to Murcha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Murcha
Population of Murcha
According to the 2011 Census, Murcha has a total population of about 1,025, with approximately 555 males and 470 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 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 59.51%, with male literacy at about 67.57% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murcha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 555 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 610 | 375 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 180 | 235 |
Connectivity of Murcha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murcha. As per the 2011 stats, Murcha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murcha
Knowing the nearby villages of Murcha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murcha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murcha
- Where is Murcha located?
- Murcha village is situated in Powayan Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murcha?
- Murcha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Murcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murcha is 1,025, with 555 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Murcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murcha village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murcha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murcha is 59.51%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.