Murlidih - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Murlidih is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Chhatrutand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murlidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murlidih is 361584. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 828305 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Murlidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murlidih
As per Census 2011, Murlidih village has a total population of 2,225 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 1,078 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murlidih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,225 | 1,147 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 142 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 204 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 873 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 274 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Murlidih
Murlidih 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 Murlidih
Murlidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Murlidih has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Murlidih is about 26 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 Murlidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murlidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murlidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murlidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murlidih
Where is Murlidih located?
Murlidih village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murlidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Murlidih is Chhatrutand.
What is the pincode of Murlidih?
The pincode of Murlidih is 828305.
What is the population of Murlidih?
Murlidih has a total population of 2,225, including 1,147 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Murlidih?
There are 437 households in Murlidih.
What is the literacy rate in Murlidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murlidih is 65.93%. Male literacy is 76.11% and female literacy is 55.10%.