Murharpur - Manvi, Raichur
Murharpur is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Kapgal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murharpur is 601007. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.89 hectares and falls under the 584136 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murharpur
As per Census 2011, Murharpur village has a total population of 1,269 people, consisting of 602 males and 667 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 602 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 115 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,133 | 534 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 234 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 368 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Murharpur
Murharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadapur | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Seekal | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Korvi | South | 3.28 km |
| Sunkeswara | East | 3.35 km |
| Bettadur | North | 3.69 km |
| Bapur | West | 4.02 km |
| Neermanvi | North | 4.91 km |
| Pannuru | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Bailmarchad | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Rabbankal | South-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murharpur
Public transport in the Murharpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Iranagallu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manvi to Murharpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Murharpur is about 36 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 Murharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murharpur 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 Murharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murharpur 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 Murharpur
Where is Murharpur located?
Murharpur village is located in Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murharpur is Kapgal.
What is the pincode of Murharpur?
The pincode of Murharpur is 584136.
What is the population of Murharpur?
Murharpur has a total population of 1,269, including 602 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Murharpur?
There are 225 households in Murharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Murharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murharpur is 28.29%. Male literacy is 38.87% and female literacy is 18.74%.