Murdanda - Usur, Bijapur
Murdanda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Murdanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdanda is 450879. The village covers a total geographical area of 5003.81 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 204 km away.
Murdanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murdanda
As per Census 2011, Murdanda village has a total population of 2,273 people, consisting of 1,106 males and 1,167 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 1,467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,968 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,273 | 1,106 | 1,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 122 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,968 | 919 | 1,049 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 513 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,467 | 593 | 874 |
Nearby Villages of Murdanda
Murdanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Puskonta | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Chatlapalli | South | 5.09 km |
| Aawapalli | West | 5.13 km |
| Punnoor | North | 6.06 km |
| Dugaiguda | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Timmapur | East | 6.38 km |
| Chilkapalli | South-East | 7.92 km |
| Chintakonta | West | 8.29 km |
| Cheramangi | North-West | 9.23 km |
| Futkel | South-East | 9.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdanda
Murdanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.1 km.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Murdanda is about 204 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Murdanda is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murdanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdanda 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 Murdanda
Where is Murdanda located?
Murdanda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdanda?
Murdanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murdanda?
The pincode of Murdanda is 494447.
What is the population of Murdanda?
Murdanda has a total population of 2,273, including 1,106 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Murdanda?
There are 492 households in Murdanda.
What is the literacy rate in Murdanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdanda is 35.46%. Male literacy is 46.38% and female literacy is 25.11%.