Murad Garh - Indri, Karnal
Murad Garh is a village situated in the Indri tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Gandhi Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murad Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murad Garh is 059137. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 132041 pincode. Karnal is the nearest town.
Murad Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murad Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Murad Garh village had a total population of 1,708 people, including 912 males and 796 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.23%, with male literacy at 89.62% and female literacy at 74.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 1,708 | 912 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 122 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 708 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 204 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Murad Garh
Murad Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indergarh | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Garhpur Khalsa | East | 1.63 km |
| Fazelpur | South | 1.71 km |
| Matak Majri | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Nanhera | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jor Majra Kalan | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Rasulpur (24/1) | West | 2.27 km |
| Manoharpur | South | 2.90 km |
| Gahisarpuri | West | 2.98 km |
| Kalri Khalsa | North-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murad Garh
Murad Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nilokheri, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karnal to Murad Garh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murad Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murad Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murad Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murad Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murad Garh
Where is Murad Garh located?
Murad Garh village is located in Indri Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murad Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Murad Garh is Gandhi Nagar.
What is the pincode of Murad Garh?
The pincode of Murad Garh is 132041.
What is the population of Murad Garh?
Murad Garh had a total population of 1,708, including 912 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Murad Garh?
Murad Garh had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murad Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murad Garh was 82.23%. Male literacy was 89.62% and female literacy was 74.21%.