Murwada - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Murwada is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 181 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gardewada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murwada is 539593. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013.72 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 181 km away.
Murwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Murwada
As per Census 2011, Murwada village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 113 males and 113 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 59 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 54 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Murwada
Murwada 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 Murwada
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Murwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Murwada is about 181 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murwada
Where is Murwada located?
Murwada village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Murwada is Gardewada.
What is the pincode of Murwada?
The pincode of Murwada is 442704.
What is the population of Murwada?
Murwada has a total population of 226, including 113 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Murwada?
There are 38 households in Murwada.
What is the literacy rate in Murwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murwada is 44.69%. Male literacy is 52.21% and female literacy is 37.17%.