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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Murti village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 37 males and 59 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,594 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 37 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| 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 has a total population of 96, including 37 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Murti?
There are 21 households in Murti.
What is the literacy rate in Murti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murti is 66.67%. Male literacy is 78.38% and female literacy is 59.32%.