Murdi - Yelbarga, Koppal
Murdi is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Muradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdi is 601310. The village covers a total geographical area of 2017.23 hectares and falls under the 583237 pincode. Yelbarga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Murdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murdi
As per Census 2011, Murdi village has a total population of 3,375 people, consisting of 1,722 males and 1,653 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,689 literate and 1,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 924 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,375 | 1,722 | 1,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 302 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 255 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 924 | 466 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 1,689 | 995 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 727 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Murdi
Murdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsapur | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Guttur | South | 2.76 km |
| Hulegudda | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Makkahalli | North | 4.16 km |
| Hunsihal | East | 4.73 km |
| Mandalmari | North | 4.81 km |
| Vangera | South | 5.09 km |
| Lakmangule | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Taralkatti | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Salbhavi | North-West | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdi
Murdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Yelbarga to Murdi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Murdi is about 31 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 Murdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murdi
Where is Murdi located?
Murdi village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murdi is Muradi.
What is the pincode of Murdi?
The pincode of Murdi is 583237.
What is the population of Murdi?
Murdi has a total population of 3,375, including 1,722 males and 1,653 females.
How many households are there in Murdi?
There are 604 households in Murdi.
What is the literacy rate in Murdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdi is 50.04%. Male literacy is 57.78% and female literacy is 41.98%.