Murud - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Murud is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Murud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murud is 564884. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.92 hectares and falls under the 415713 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Murud 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 Murud
As per Census 2011, Murud village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 769 males and 893 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,396 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 769 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,396 | 661 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 108 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Murud
Murud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambavali Kh. | North | 1.98 km |
| Karde | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Asud | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Saldure | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Chandranagar | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Vanand | East | 4.38 km |
| Waghave | North | 4.96 km |
| Kalambat | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Ladghar | South | 5.06 km |
| Sarang | North-East | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murud
Murud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 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 Murud is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Murud 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 Murud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murud
Where is Murud located?
Murud village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murud?
Murud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murud?
The pincode of Murud is 415713.
What is the population of Murud?
Murud has a total population of 1,662, including 769 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Murud?
There are 425 households in Murud.
What is the literacy rate in Murud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murud is 84.00%. Male literacy is 85.96% and female literacy is 82.31%.