Murumdih - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Murumdih is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 49 km from Kasdol and around 95 km from Raipur. Murumdih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murumdih is 444161. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.1 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Murumdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murumdih
According to the 2011 Census, Murumdih village had a total population of 250 people, including 124 males and 126 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.67%, with male literacy at 74.49% and female literacy at 41.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
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 | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 73 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Murumdih
Murumdih 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 Murumdih
Public transport in the Murumdih is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Murumdih is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Murumdih is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murumdih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murumdih 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murumdih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murumdih 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 Murumdih
Where is Murumdih located?
Murumdih village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murumdih?
Murumdih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murumdih?
The pincode of Murumdih is 492112.
What is the population of Murumdih?
Murumdih had a total population of 250, including 124 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Murumdih?
Murumdih had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murumdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murumdih was 56.67%. Male literacy was 74.49% and female literacy was 41.07%.