Murlapur - Koppal
Murlapur is a village situated in the Koppal taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from Koppal, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murlapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murlapur is 601725. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.38 hectares and falls under the 583234 pincode. Mundargi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murlapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koppal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Murlapur
As per Census 2011, Murlapur village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 296 males and 296 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murlapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 296 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 229 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 67 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Murlapur
Murlapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Allipur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Haitapur | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Baradur | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Ghatreddihal | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Kawaloor | North-East | 6.10 km |
| Gudigera | North-East | 6.49 km |
| Belgatti | South | 6.82 km |
| Eklasapur | North-West | 6.90 km |
| Raghunathanhalli | South-East | 6.96 km |
| Mundargi ( R ) | South | 7.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murlapur
Public transport in the Murlapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banni Koppa, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mundargi to Murlapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Murlapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murlapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murlapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murlapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murlapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murlapur
Where is Murlapur located?
Murlapur village is located in Koppal Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murlapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murlapur is Hatti.
What is the pincode of Murlapur?
The pincode of Murlapur is 583234.
What is the population of Murlapur?
Murlapur has a total population of 592, including 296 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Murlapur?
There are 121 households in Murlapur.
What is the literacy rate in Murlapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murlapur is 66.22%. Male literacy is 77.36% and female literacy is 55.07%.