Murdad - Dharampur, Valsad
Murdad is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Murdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdad is 523399. The village covers a total geographical area of 921.96 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Murdad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murdad
As per Census 2011, Murdad village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 705 males and 753 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,458 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 705 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 147 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,458 | 705 | 753 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 246 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 459 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Murdad
Murdad 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 Murdad
Murdad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharampur to Murdad is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Murdad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murdad
Where is Murdad located?
Murdad village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdad?
Murdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murdad?
The pincode of Murdad is 396051.
What is the population of Murdad?
Murdad has a total population of 1,458, including 705 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Murdad?
There are 273 households in Murdad.
What is the literacy rate in Murdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdad is 31.48%. Male literacy is 34.89% and female literacy is 28.29%.