Murum - Phaltan, Satara
Murum is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Murum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murum is 563252. The village covers a total geographical area of 575 hectares and falls under the 415522 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Murum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murum
As per Census 2011, Murum village has a total population of 1,507 people, consisting of 772 males and 735 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,142 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,507 | 772 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 86 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 613 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 159 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Murum
Murum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravadi Bk. | West | 2.21 km |
| Khamgaon | East | 2.44 km |
| Tadavale | South | 2.63 km |
| Murum | North | 3.20 km |
| Dombalwadi | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Kharadewadi | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Ravadi Kh. | West | 4.30 km |
| Wanewadi | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Pimpalwadi | East | 4.67 km |
| Survadi | South-East | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murum
Murum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phaltan to Murum is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Murum is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murum 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murum 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Murum
Where is Murum located?
Murum village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murum?
Murum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murum?
The pincode of Murum is 415522.
What is the population of Murum?
Murum has a total population of 1,507, including 772 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Murum?
There are 292 households in Murum.
What is the literacy rate in Murum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murum is 75.78%. Male literacy is 79.40% and female literacy is 71.97%.