Murmidong
Murmidong is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Murmidong village. As per 2009 stats, Goke Ii is the gram panchayat of Murmidong village.
Murmidong has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Murmidong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murmidong is 306160. The village spans a total geographical area of 425.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734201. Darjeeling is nearest town to Murmidong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
Google Map of Murmidong
Population of Murmidong
Below is a concise population overview of Murmidong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,181 | 1,174 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 164 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 819 | 421 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 741 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 433 | 474 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murmidong village:
- The total population of Murmidong village is around 2,181, including approximately 1,174 males and 1,007 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 298 children aged 0–6 years in Murmidong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murmidong village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 819 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murmidong village is about 58.41%, with male literacy at 63.12% and female literacy at 52.93%.
- There are around 442 households in Murmidong village.
Connectivity of Murmidong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murmidong. As per the 2011 stats, Murmidong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murmidong
Knowing the nearby villages of Murmidong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murmidong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murmidong
- Where is Murmidong located?
- Murmidong village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murmidong?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murmidong is Goke Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murmidong?
- The pincode of Murmidong is 734201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murmidong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murmidong is 2,181, with 1,174 males and 1,007 females.
- How many households are there in Murmidong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murmidong village has a total of 442 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murmidong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murmidong is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 63.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.