Murlapadar - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Murlapadar is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chingudisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murlapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murlapadar is 423703. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murlapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murlapadar
As per Census 2011, Murlapadar village has a total population of 945 people, consisting of 475 males and 470 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murlapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 | 475 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 272 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 203 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Murlapadar
Murlapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puragaon | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kuruguda | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Chingedisar | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Padiagaon | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Padiagada(padiagarh) | East | 1.70 km |
| Sahajakana | North | 1.89 km |
| Masigaon | West | 2.09 km |
| Murjor(marajore) | South | 2.09 km |
| Manikapadar | South | 2.41 km |
| Talamala | North-West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murlapadar
Murlapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Murlapadar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Murlapadar is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murlapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murlapadar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murlapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murlapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murlapadar
Where is Murlapadar located?
Murlapadar village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murlapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Murlapadar is Chingudisar.
What is the pincode of Murlapadar?
The pincode of Murlapadar is 766014.
What is the population of Murlapadar?
Murlapadar has a total population of 945, including 475 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Murlapadar?
There are 241 households in Murlapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Murlapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murlapadar is 48.47%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 39.57%.