Murdav
About Murdav
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Murdav village is 565678. Murdav village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 797 hectares. Murdav has a total population of 1,638 peoples, out of which male population is 771 while female population is 867. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1124 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of murdav village is 68.25% out of which 79.12% males and 58.59% females are literate. There are about 378 houses in murdav village. Pincode of murdav village locality is 415608.
When it comes to administration, Murdav village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Murdav village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to murdav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Murdav
The population details of Murdav cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,638 | 771 | 867 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 191 | 91 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 610 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 161 | 359 |
Connectivity of Murdav
| 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 |
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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%.