Murgaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Murgaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Murgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murgaon is 539089. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.73 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Murgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Murgaon village had a total population of 242 people, including 119 males and 123 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.88%, with male literacy at 67.65% and female literacy at 40.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Murgaon
Murgaon 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 Murgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Murgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Murgaon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Murgaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Murgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murgaon
Where is Murgaon located?
Murgaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murgaon?
Murgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murgaon?
The pincode of Murgaon is 442606.
What is the population of Murgaon?
Murgaon had a total population of 242, including 119 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Murgaon?
Murgaon had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murgaon was 53.88%. Male literacy was 67.65% and female literacy was 40.38%.