Murmadi - Lakhani, Bhandara
Murmadi is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Kawalewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Murmadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murmadi is 537247. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 441805 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Murmadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murmadi
According to the 2011 Census, Murmadi village had a total population of 37 people, including 21 males and 16 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 762 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Murmadi
Murmadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murmadi
Murmadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Murmadi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murmadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murmadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murmadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murmadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murmadi
Where is Murmadi located?
Murmadi village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Murmadi?
The Village Panchayat of Murmadi is Kawalewada.
What is the pincode of Murmadi?
The pincode of Murmadi is 441805.
What is the population of Murmadi?
Murmadi had a total population of 37, including 21 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Murmadi?
Murmadi had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murmadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murmadi was 79.41%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 68.75%.