Murgod
Murgod is a village located in Parasgad taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Parasgad (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Murgod village is also a gram panchayat.
Murgod has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Murgod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murgod is 598205. The village spans a total geographical area of 3727.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591119. Bail Hongal is nearest town to Murgod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Murgod village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Murgod
Population of Murgod
Below is a concise population overview of Murgod as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,551 | 5,840 | 5,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,445 | 766 | 679 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 379 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,388 | 702 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 7,468 | 4,164 | 3,304 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,083 | 1,676 | 2,407 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murgod village:
- The total population of Murgod village is around 11,551, including approximately 5,840 males and 5,711 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,445 children aged 0–6 years in Murgod village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murgod village has 776 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,388 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murgod village is about 64.65%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 57.85%.
- There are around 2,312 households in Murgod village.
Connectivity of Murgod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murgod. As per the 2011 stats, Murgod had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murgod
Knowing the nearby villages of Murgod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murgod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murgod
- Where is Murgod located?
- Murgod village is situated in Parasgad Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murgod?
- Murgod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murgod?
- The pincode of Murgod is 591119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murgod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murgod is 11,551, with 5,840 males and 5,711 females.
- How many households are there in Murgod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murgod village has a total of 2,312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murgod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murgod is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 57.85%.