Murundi - Arsikere, Hassan
Murundi is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Murundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murundi is 615681. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.92 hectares and falls under the 573122 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Murundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murundi
As per Census 2011, Murundi village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,060 males and 1,040 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,233 literate and 867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 855 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,060 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 130 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 855 | 418 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 709 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 351 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Murundi
Murundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yadapura | North | 1.43 km |
| Annanaikanahalli | South | 1.98 km |
| Jenukal Nagar | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Muddaranganahalli | East | 2.48 km |
| Sankodanahalli | North | 2.66 km |
| Moodnahalli | West | 3.37 km |
| Geejihalli | East | 3.48 km |
| Muddanahalli | East | 3.57 km |
| Yelavare | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Katikere | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murundi
Murundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arsikere to Murundi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Murundi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murundi 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 Murundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murundi
Where is Murundi located?
Murundi village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murundi?
Murundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murundi?
The pincode of Murundi is 573122.
What is the population of Murundi?
Murundi has a total population of 2,100, including 1,060 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Murundi?
There are 470 households in Murundi.
What is the literacy rate in Murundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murundi is 58.71%. Male literacy is 66.89% and female literacy is 50.38%.