Murgadi - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Murgadi is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from Manbazar and around 64.5 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murgadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murgadi is 332251. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.74 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Murgadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Murgadi
According to the 2011 Census, Murgadi village had a total population of 188 people, including 91 males and 97 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.97%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 67.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Murgadi
Murgadi 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 Murgadi
Murgadi 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 Balarampur to Murgadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Murgadi is about 64.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murgadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murgadi 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 Murgadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murgadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murgadi
Where is Murgadi located?
Murgadi village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murgadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Murgadi is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Murgadi?
The pincode of Murgadi is 723131.
What is the population of Murgadi?
Murgadi had a total population of 188, including 91 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Murgadi?
Murgadi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murgadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murgadi was 76.97%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 67.44%.