Murchi - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Murchi is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Murcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murchi is 133239. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.88 hectares and falls under the 242001 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town.
Murchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murchi
As per Census 2011, Murchi village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 260 males and 231 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 260 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 187 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 153 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 107 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Murchi
Murchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murcha | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Baraura | West | 1.01 km |
| Jamunia | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Magdapur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Nathuapur | North | 1.70 km |
| Aadampur | South | 1.80 km |
| Akhtyarpur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Sindhauli | East | 2.01 km |
| Barapur | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Pirtala | North-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murchi
Murchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahbaznagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Murchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Murchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murchi
Where is Murchi located?
Murchi village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murchi is Murcha.
What is the pincode of Murchi?
The pincode of Murchi is 242001.
What is the population of Murchi?
Murchi has a total population of 491, including 260 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Murchi?
There are 115 households in Murchi.
What is the literacy rate in Murchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murchi is 52.34%. Male literacy is 58.85% and female literacy is 45.02%.