Murtizapur - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Murtizapur is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Baggi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murtizapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murtizapur is 533234. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.8 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Murtizapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murtizapur
As per Census 2011, Murtizapur village has a total population of 636 people, consisting of 333 males and 303 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murtizapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 636 | 333 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 262 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 71 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Murtizapur
Murtizapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jahagirpur | West | 0.75 km |
| Ibrahimpur | South | 1.19 km |
| Jawra | East | 1.52 km |
| Baggi | West | 2.02 km |
| Ashrafpur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Danapur | South | 2.15 km |
| Manjarkhed (kasaba) | South | 3.45 km |
| Satefal | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Nimgavhan | East | 4.15 km |
| Nimbha | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murtizapur
Murtizapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Murtizapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Murtizapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murtizapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murtizapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murtizapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murtizapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murtizapur
Where is Murtizapur located?
Murtizapur village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murtizapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murtizapur is Baggi.
What is the pincode of Murtizapur?
The pincode of Murtizapur is 444904.
What is the population of Murtizapur?
Murtizapur has a total population of 636, including 333 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Murtizapur?
There are 148 households in Murtizapur.
What is the literacy rate in Murtizapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murtizapur is 74.21%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 69.31%.