Murshadpur - Ashti, Beed
Murshadpur is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Ashti and around 86 km from Bid. Kasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murshadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murshadpur is 558876. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.95 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Murshadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murshadpur
As per Census 2011, Murshadpur village has a total population of 5,658 people, consisting of 2,943 males and 2,715 females. The village has 1,232 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,510 literate and 1,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murshadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,658 | 2,943 | 2,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 375 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 278 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4,510 | 2,423 | 2,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 520 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Murshadpur
Murshadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrul | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Shindewadi | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Kasari | North | 2.93 km |
| Pimpri Ashti | West | 3.05 km |
| Tavalwadi | South | 3.19 km |
| Ruti | West | 3.90 km |
| Raghapur | North | 4.23 km |
| Devigavhan | South | 4.66 km |
| Pandegavhan | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Jalgaon | North-West | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murshadpur
Murshadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 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 Ahmadnagar to Murshadpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Murshadpur is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murshadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murshadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murshadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murshadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murshadpur
Where is Murshadpur located?
Murshadpur village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murshadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murshadpur is Kasari.
What is the pincode of Murshadpur?
The pincode of Murshadpur is 414203.
What is the population of Murshadpur?
Murshadpur has a total population of 5,658, including 2,943 males and 2,715 females.
How many households are there in Murshadpur?
There are 1,232 households in Murshadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Murshadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murshadpur is 79.71%. Male literacy is 82.33% and female literacy is 76.87%.