Murdav

Murdav is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Murdav village is also a gram panchayat.

Murdav has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Murdav

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murdav is 565678. The village spans a total geographical area of 797 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415608. Chiplun is nearest town to Murdav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Murdav village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Murdav

Below is a concise population overview of Murdav as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,638 771 867
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 165 76 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 91 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 4 5
Literate Population 1,118 610 508
Illiterate Population 520 161 359

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murdav village:

  • The total population of Murdav village is around 1,638, including approximately 771 males and 867 females, with a sex ratio of 1124 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Murdav village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Murdav village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Murdav village is about 68.25%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 58.59%.
  • There are around 378 households in Murdav village.

Connectivity of Murdav

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murdav. As per the 2011 stats, Murdav had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Murdav

Knowing the nearby villages of Murdav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murdav.

Frequently Asked Questions about Murdav

Where is Murdav located?
Murdav village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdav?
Murdav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Murdav?
The pincode of Murdav is 415608, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Murdav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murdav is 1,638, with 771 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Murdav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Murdav village has a total of 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murdav as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murdav is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 79.12%, while the female literacy rate is 58.59%.