Murude - Ajra, Kolhapur
Murude is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 93.5 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Murude village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murude is 567956. The village covers a total geographical area of 513 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murude village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murude
According to the 2011 Census, Murude village had a total population of 1,060 people, including 514 males and 546 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 87.66% and female literacy at 60.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220.
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 | 1,060 | 514 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 405 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 109 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Murude
Murude is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Burude | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Kasar Kandgaon | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Bolakewadi | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Shrungarwadi | East | 2.74 km |
| Uchangi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Jeur | South | 3.31 km |
| Mendholi | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Sawarwadi | North | 3.49 km |
| Chafavade | South | 3.52 km |
| Khanapur | West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murude
Murude is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadhinglaj to Murude is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Murude is about 93.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murude
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murude village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murude
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murude village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murude
Where is Murude located?
Murude village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Murude?
Murude is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murude?
The pincode of Murude is 416505.
What is the population of Murude?
Murude had a total population of 1,060, including 514 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Murude?
Murude had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murude?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murude was 73.85%. Male literacy was 87.66% and female literacy was 60.93%.