Muradpur - Sironj, Vidisha
Muradpur is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Chodakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muradpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muradpur is 480672. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.2 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Muradpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muradpur
According to the 2011 Census, Muradpur village had a total population of 154 people, including 89 males and 65 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 730 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.19%, with male literacy at 45.90% and female literacy at 32.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 89 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 61 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Muradpur
Muradpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangakhedi | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Guwari | East | 1.90 km |
| Barkhedi | South | 1.98 km |
| Madagan | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Chaurakhedi | North | 2.45 km |
| Fazalpur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Reechhan | West | 2.56 km |
| Khanpur | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Tarwariya | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Orakhedi | South | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muradpur
Muradpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sironj to Muradpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Muradpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muradpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muradpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muradpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muradpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muradpur
Where is Muradpur located?
Muradpur village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muradpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muradpur is Chodakhedi.
What is the pincode of Muradpur?
The pincode of Muradpur is 464228.
What is the population of Muradpur?
Muradpur had a total population of 154, including 89 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Muradpur?
Muradpur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muradpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muradpur was 40.19%. Male literacy was 45.90% and female literacy was 32.61%.