Murde - Khed, Ratnagiri
Murde is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Murde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murde is 564983. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.75 hectares and falls under the 415709 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Murde 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 Murde
According to the 2011 Census, Murde village had a total population of 1,957 people, including 935 males and 1,022 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.18%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 75.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 1,957 | 935 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,484 | 784 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 151 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Murde
Murde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tise Kh. | West | 1.91 km |
| Kalambani Bk. | East | 2.11 km |
| Tise | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Valanjawadi | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Chakale | South | 3.02 km |
| Udhale Bk. | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Sakharoli | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Jamage | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Chinchghar | South | 4.03 km |
| Ambaye | North | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murde
Murde 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 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khed to Murde is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Murde is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murde 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murde 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Murde
Where is Murde located?
Murde village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Murde?
Murde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murde?
The pincode of Murde is 415709.
What is the population of Murde?
Murde had a total population of 1,957, including 935 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Murde?
Murde had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murde was 83.18%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 75.19%.