Murjhad - Waraseoni, Balaghat
Murjhad is a village situated in the Waraseoni tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Waraseoni and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Murjahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murjhad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murjhad is 497398. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.06 hectares and falls under the 481331 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murjhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murjhad
As per Census 2011, Murjhad village has a total population of 3,136 people, consisting of 1,619 males and 1,517 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,449 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,008 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murjhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,136 | 1,619 | 1,517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 152 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,008 | 536 | 472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,449 | 1,367 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 252 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Murjhad
Murjhad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murjhad
Murjhad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Murjhad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Waraseoni to Murjhad is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Murjhad is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murjhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murjhad 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murjhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murjhad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murjhad
Where is Murjhad located?
Murjhad village is located in Waraseoni Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murjhad?
The Gram Panchayat of Murjhad is Murjahad.
What is the pincode of Murjhad?
The pincode of Murjhad is 481331.
What is the population of Murjhad?
Murjhad has a total population of 3,136, including 1,619 males and 1,517 females.
How many households are there in Murjhad?
There are 672 households in Murjhad.
What is the literacy rate in Murjhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murjhad is 78.09%. Male literacy is 84.43% and female literacy is 71.32%.