Murjhad

Murjhad is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Murjhad village is also a gram panchayat.

Murjhad has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Murjhad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murjhad is 497507. The village spans a total geographical area of 448.71 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Murjhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Murjhad

Below is a concise population overview of Murjhad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 907 450 457
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 128 59 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 31 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 355 166 189
Literate Population 638 351 287
Illiterate Population 269 99 170

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murjhad village:

  • The total population of Murjhad village is around 907, including approximately 450 males and 457 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 128 children aged 0–6 years in Murjhad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murjhad village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 355 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murjhad village is about 70.34%, with male literacy at 78.00% and female literacy at 62.80%.
  • There are around 216 households in Murjhad village.

Connectivity of Murjhad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murjhad. As per the 2011 stats, Murjhad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Murjhad

Knowing the nearby villages of Murjhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murjhad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Murjhad

Where is Murjhad located?
Murjhad village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murjhad?
Murjhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Murjhad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murjhad is 907, with 450 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Murjhad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murjhad village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murjhad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murjhad is 70.34%. The male literacy rate is 78.00%, while the female literacy rate is 62.80%.