Murti - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Murti is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 74 km from Munsiari and around 68 km from Pithoragarh. Napar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murti is 049040. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.5 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Murti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murti
According to the 2011 Census, Murti village had a total population of 96 people, including 37 males and 59 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,595 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.11%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 68.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 96 | 37 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 8 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Murti
Murti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murti
Murti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Didihat to Murti is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Murti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murti
Where is Murti located?
Murti village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murti?
The Gram Panchayat of Murti is Napar.
What is the pincode of Murti?
The pincode of Murti is 262553.
What is the population of Murti?
Murti had a total population of 96, including 37 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Murti?
Murti had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murti was 77.11%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 68.63%.