Murud - Patan, Satara
Murud is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Murud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murud is 564194. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.26 hectares and falls under the 415014 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murud
As per Census 2011, Murud village has a total population of 1,966 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 917 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,149 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 1,049 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 76 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 658 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 391 | 426 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tondoshi | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Bambavade | South | 2.13 km |
| Kadave Kh | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Maloshi | North | 2.83 km |
| Kalambe | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Gaymukhwadi | South | 3.25 km |
| Karanjoshi | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Awarde | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Kadave Bk. | East | 3.84 km |
| Nivade | South-West | 3.88 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 Satara, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.5 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 Satara to Murud is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Murud
Where is Murud located?
Murud village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara 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 415014.
What is the population of Murud?
Murud has a total population of 1,966, including 1,049 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Murud?
There are 560 households in Murud.
What is the literacy rate in Murud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murud is 58.44%. Male literacy is 62.73% and female literacy is 53.54%.