Murdi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Murdi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Murdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdi is 564820. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.95 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Murdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murdi
According to the 2011 Census, Murdi village had a total population of 635 people, including 297 males and 338 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 92.70% and female literacy at 76.04%.
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 | 635 | 297 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 254 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 43 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Murdi
Murdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anjarla | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Borthal | North | 1.95 km |
| Pandhari | South | 2.08 km |
| Satamba | East | 2.45 km |
| Tadachakond | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Sukondi | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Lonvadi | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Ilane | North | 3.32 km |
| Waghivane | North | 3.70 km |
| Adkhal | South | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdi
Murdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Murdi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Murdi is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murdi
Where is Murdi located?
Murdi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdi?
Murdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murdi?
The pincode of Murdi is 415714.
What is the population of Murdi?
Murdi had a total population of 635, including 297 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Murdi?
Murdi had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdi was 83.82%. Male literacy was 92.70% and female literacy was 76.04%.