Murgaon

Murgaon is a village 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.

Murgaon has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Murgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murgaon is 539089. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.73 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Murgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

When it comes to local governance, Murgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Murgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Murgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 242 119 123
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 17 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 239 117 122
Literate Population 111 69 42
Illiterate Population 131 50 81

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murgaon village:

  • The total population of Murgaon village is around 242, including approximately 119 males and 123 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Murgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murgaon village has 239 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murgaon village is about 45.87%, with male literacy at 57.98% and female literacy at 34.15%.
  • There are around 69 households in Murgaon village.

Connectivity of Murgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Murgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Murgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Murgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murgaon.

Yedampayli Kh Jambhalizora Kokadkasa Rondawahi Regadand Bhimpur Saranda Bk Yedampayli Saranda Kh Bhendi Kanhar Jappi

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%.