Murhag - Thunag, Mandi
Murhag is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Murhag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murhag is 015080. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.69 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Murhag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murhag
According to the 2011 Census, Murhag village had a total population of 402 people, including 202 males and 200 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.76%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 74.47%.
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 | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 177 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 25 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Murhag
Murhag 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 Murhag
Murhag 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 | 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 Mandi to Murhag is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murhag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murhag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murhag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murhag 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murhag
Where is Murhag located?
Murhag village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murhag?
Murhag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murhag?
The pincode of Murhag is 175035.
What is the population of Murhag?
Murhag had a total population of 402, including 202 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Murhag?
Murhag had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murhag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murhag was 84.76%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 74.47%.