Murkutwadi - Ambejogai, Beed
Murkutwadi is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from Ambejogai and around 130 km from Bid. Murkutwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murkutwadi is 560077. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 431519 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Murkutwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murkutwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Murkutwadi village had a total population of 1,488 people, including 798 males and 690 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.72%, with male literacy at 94.01% and female literacy at 80.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,488 | 798 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 130 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 628 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 170 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Murkutwadi
Murkutwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katkarwadi | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Kadyachiwadi | North | 2.19 km |
| Ujani | South | 3.13 km |
| Guttewadi | West | 3.20 km |
| Shelmoha | North | 3.72 km |
| Khapartone | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Dhaswadi | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Devkara | East | 4.80 km |
| Bhatanwadi | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Wagdari | North-East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murkutwadi
Murkutwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murti, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambejogai to Murkutwadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Murkutwadi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murkutwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murkutwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murkutwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murkutwadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murkutwadi
Where is Murkutwadi located?
Murkutwadi village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Murkutwadi?
Murkutwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murkutwadi?
The pincode of Murkutwadi is 431519.
What is the population of Murkutwadi?
Murkutwadi had a total population of 1,488, including 798 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Murkutwadi?
Murkutwadi had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murkutwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murkutwadi was 87.72%. Male literacy was 94.01% and female literacy was 80.73%.