Muradka - Badnawar, Dhar
Muradka is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Muradka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muradka is 474538. The village covers a total geographical area of 1404.9 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Muradka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muradka
As per Census 2011, Muradka village has a total population of 2,187 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 1,064 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,281 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muradka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,123 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 230 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 812 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 311 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Muradka
Muradka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nogaon | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Dholana Khurd | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Kandariya | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Mehatpura | South | 3.20 km |
| Nagora | West | 3.56 km |
| Piplu | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Payakunda | North | 3.75 km |
| Khachroda | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Siloda Buzurg | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Babarda | North-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muradka
Public transport in the Muradka is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 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 Dhar to Muradka is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muradka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muradka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muradka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muradka 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 Muradka
Where is Muradka located?
Muradka village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muradka?
Muradka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muradka?
The pincode of Muradka is 454001.
What is the population of Muradka?
Muradka has a total population of 2,187, including 1,123 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Muradka?
There are 488 households in Muradka.
What is the literacy rate in Muradka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muradka is 58.57%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 44.08%.