Murumgaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Murumgaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Murumgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murumgaon is 538923. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.67 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Murumgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murumgaon
As per Census 2011, Murumgaon village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,245 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,024 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murumgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,427 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,746 | 862 | 884 |
| Literate Population | 2,024 | 1,163 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 264 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Murumgaon
Murumgaon 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 Murumgaon
Public transport in the Murumgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Murumgaon is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murumgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murumgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murumgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murumgaon 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 Murumgaon
Where is Murumgaon located?
Murumgaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murumgaon?
Murumgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murumgaon?
The pincode of Murumgaon is 442606.
What is the population of Murumgaon?
Murumgaon has a total population of 2,672, including 1,427 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Murumgaon?
There are 537 households in Murumgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Murumgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murumgaon is 75.75%. Male literacy is 81.50% and female literacy is 69.16%.