Murradi - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Murradi is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Jaynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murradi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murradi is 361708. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.38 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Murradi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murradi
As per Census 2011, Murradi village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 908 males and 811 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 995 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murradi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 908 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 158 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 995 | 632 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 276 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Murradi
Murradi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sambhari | West | 1.00 km |
| Simlataand | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Charakpathar | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Barajamua | South | 1.21 km |
| Mudidi | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Jainagar | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Sadiadi | West | 1.72 km |
| Jadabpur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Pipratanr | East | 2.04 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murradi
Murradi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhuli, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Murradi is about 13 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 Murradi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murradi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murradi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murradi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Murradi
Where is Murradi located?
Murradi village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murradi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murradi is Jaynagar.
What is the pincode of Murradi?
The pincode of Murradi is 828109.
What is the population of Murradi?
Murradi has a total population of 1,719, including 908 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Murradi?
There are 293 households in Murradi.
What is the literacy rate in Murradi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murradi is 57.88%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 44.76%.