Murkhania
Murkhania is a village located in Binpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.4km away from sub-district headquarter Lalgarh. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Murkhania village. As per 2009 stats, Harda is the gram panchayat of Murkhania village.
Murkhania has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Murkhania
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murkhania is 335857. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Murkhania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Murkhania
Below is a concise population overview of Murkhania 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 | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 66 | 88 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murkhania village:
- The total population of Murkhania village is around 301, including approximately 155 males and 146 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Murkhania village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murkhania village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murkhania village is about 48.84%, with male literacy at 57.42% and female literacy at 39.73%.
- There are around 59 households in Murkhania village.
Connectivity of Murkhania
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murkhania. As per the 2011 stats, Murkhania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murkhania
Knowing the nearby villages of Murkhania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murkhania.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murkhania
- Where is Murkhania located?
- Murkhania village is situated in Binpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murkhania?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murkhania is Harda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murkhania?
- The pincode of Murkhania is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murkhania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murkhania is 301, with 155 males and 146 females.
- How many households are there in Murkhania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murkhania village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murkhania as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murkhania is 48.84%. The male literacy rate is 57.42%, while the female literacy rate is 39.73%.