Murumoor - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Murumoor is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Bhadrachalam and around 129 km from Khammam. Murumuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murumoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murumoor is 579082. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 533351 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Murumoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murumoor
According to the 2011 Census, Murumoor village had a total population of 714 people, including 339 males and 375 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 68.93% and female literacy at 53.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 415.
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 | 714 | 339 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 202 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 213 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 126 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Murumoor
Murumoor 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 Murumoor
Murumoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Murumoor is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Murumoor is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murumoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murumoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murumoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murumoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murumoor
Where is Murumoor located?
Murumoor village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murumoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Murumoor is Murumuru.
What is the pincode of Murumoor?
The pincode of Murumoor is 533351.
What is the population of Murumoor?
Murumoor had a total population of 714, including 339 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Murumoor?
Murumoor had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murumoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murumoor was 60.86%. Male literacy was 68.93% and female literacy was 53.53%.