Murti - Katol, Nagpur
Murti is a village situated in the Katol tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Murti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murti is 535048. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.4 hectares and falls under the 441302 pincode. Katol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Murti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murti
As per Census 2011, Murti village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 994 males and 929 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,439 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 994 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 229 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 785 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 209 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Murti
Murti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivkamath (rithi) | South | 1.57 km |
| Tandulwani | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Dharti | West | 2.23 km |
| Walni | North | 2.45 km |
| Chikhlagad | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Chandanpardi | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Palgondi | North | 3.12 km |
| Bori | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Bhalu | West | 3.77 km |
| Kedarpur | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murti
Murti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katol to Murti is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Murti is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murti 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 Murti
Where is Murti located?
Murti village is located in Katol Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murti?
Murti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murti?
The pincode of Murti is 441302.
What is the population of Murti?
Murti has a total population of 1,923, including 994 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Murti?
There are 492 households in Murti.
What is the literacy rate in Murti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murti is 74.83%. Male literacy is 78.97% and female literacy is 70.40%.