Murda - Ramtek, Nagpur
Murda is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Mandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murda is 535529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.79 hectares and falls under the 441106 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Murda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Murda
As per Census 2011, Murda village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 169 males and 142 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 169 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 118 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Murda
Murda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guguldoh | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Musewadi | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Mandri | South | 5.14 km |
| Gudegaon | West | 5.58 km |
| Maharajpur | West | 6.29 km |
| Panchala (bk) | South | 6.36 km |
| Mangli | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Bhandar Bodi | South-East | 6.66 km |
| Nahabi | West | 7.13 km |
| Mahadula | South | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murda
Murda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramtek, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ramtek to Murda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Murda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murda
Where is Murda located?
Murda village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murda?
The Gram Panchayat of Murda is Mandri.
What is the pincode of Murda?
The pincode of Murda is 441106.
What is the population of Murda?
Murda has a total population of 311, including 169 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Murda?
There are 85 households in Murda.
What is the literacy rate in Murda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murda is 57.88%. Male literacy is 69.82% and female literacy is 43.66%.