Muruda - Morada, Mayurbhanj

Muruda is a village situated in the Morada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Muruda and around 30 km from Baripada. Morada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muruda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Muruda is 390015. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 757020 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.

Muruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Muruda

According to the 2011 Census, Muruda village had a total population of 2,311 people, including 1,207 males and 1,104 females, living in 561 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 67.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 638, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Muruda

Muruda 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Muruda

Public transport in the Muruda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Muruda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Muruda is about 30 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 Muruda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muruda village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Muruda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muruda village are given below:

FAQs about Muruda