Murudi - Nimapada, Puri
Murudi is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chanrapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murudi is 408896. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Murudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murudi
According to the 2011 Census, Murudi village had a total population of 246 people, including 130 males and 116 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.45%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 105 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 25 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Murudi
Murudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Murudi
Murudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Murudi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Murudi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murudi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Murudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murudi
Where is Murudi located?
Murudi village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murudi is Chanrapada.
What is the pincode of Murudi?
The pincode of Murudi is 752106.
What is the population of Murudi?
Murudi had a total population of 246, including 130 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Murudi?
Murudi had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murudi was 79.45%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 67.65%.