Murdav - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Murdav is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Murdav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murdav is 565678. The village covers a total geographical area of 797 hectares and falls under the 415608 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Murdav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murdav
As per Census 2011, Murdav village has a total population of 1,638 people, consisting of 771 males and 867 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murdav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Murdav
Murdav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shinde Amberi | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Vikas Nagar | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Aravali | West | 2.81 km |
| Kushivade | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kumbhar Khani Bk. | East | 3.68 km |
| Khershet | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Nandgaon | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kadvai | South | 4.19 km |
| Ambav | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Yegaon | North-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murdav
Murdav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Murdav is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Murdav is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murdav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murdav 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 Murdav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murdav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murdav
Where is Murdav located?
Murdav village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murdav?
Murdav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murdav?
The pincode of Murdav is 415608.
What is the population of Murdav?
Murdav has a total population of 1,638, including 771 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Murdav?
There are 378 households in Murdav.
What is the literacy rate in Murdav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murdav is 68.25%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 58.59%.