Murshet

Murshet is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Murshet village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Murshet unique in its vibrant Akola-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Murshet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Murshet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murshet is 557151. The village spans a total geographical area of 913 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422604. Igatpuri is nearest town to Murshet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Murshet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Murshet

According to the 2011 Census, Murshet has a total population of about 888, with approximately 432 males and 456 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 758. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.69%, with male literacy at about 66.44% and female literacy near 37.72%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murshet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 888 432 456
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 60 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 61 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 758 366 392
Literate Population 459 287 172
Illiterate Population 429 145 284

Connectivity of Murshet

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

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

Nearby Villages of Murshet

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Murshet

Where is Murshet located?
Murshet village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murshet?
Murshet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Murshet?
The pincode of Murshet is 422604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murshet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murshet is 888, with 432 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Murshet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murshet village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murshet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murshet is 51.69%. The male literacy rate is 66.44%, while the female literacy rate is 37.72%.