Murguma
Murguma is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 40.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Begunkodar is the gram panchayat of Murguma village.
Murguma has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Murguma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murguma is 331504. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723213. Jhalda is nearest town to Murguma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Murguma
Population of Murguma
Below is a concise population overview of Murguma 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 | 2,749 | 1,390 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 234 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 184 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 713 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,613 | 677 | 936 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murguma village:
- The total population of Murguma village is around 2,749, including approximately 1,390 males and 1,359 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 472 children aged 0–6 years in Murguma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murguma village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 374 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murguma village is about 41.32%, with male literacy at 51.29% and female literacy at 31.13%.
- There are around 554 households in Murguma village.
Connectivity of Murguma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murguma. As per the 2011 stats, Murguma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murguma
Knowing the nearby villages of Murguma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murguma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murguma
- Where is Murguma located?
- Murguma village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murguma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murguma is Begunkodar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murguma?
- The pincode of Murguma is 723213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murguma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murguma is 2,749, with 1,390 males and 1,359 females.
- How many households are there in Murguma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murguma village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murguma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murguma is 41.32%. The male literacy rate is 51.29%, while the female literacy rate is 31.13%.