Murgaon
About Murgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murgaon village is 539089. Murgaon village is located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Murgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 506.73 hectares. Murgaon has a total population of 242 peoples, out of which male population is 119 while female population is 123. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1033 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murgaon village is 45.87% out of which 57.98% males and 34.15% females are literate. There are about 69 houses in murgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Murgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Murgaon village comes under Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadchiroli is nearest town to murgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
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Population of Murgaon
The population details of Murgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Connectivity of Murgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murgaon
Where is Murgaon located?
Murgaon village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgaon?
Murgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Murgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murgaon is 242, with 119 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Murgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murgaon village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murgaon is 45.87%. The male literacy rate is 57.98%, while the female literacy rate is 34.15%.