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Murud, India

Maharashtra · India

Murud is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 12,665. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
12,665 Population 9,313/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
120.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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About Murud

Murud

Murud-Janjira is the local name of a fort and tourist attraction situated on an island just off the coastal town of Murud, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. Malik Ambar is credited with the construction of the Janjira Fort in the Murud Area of present-day Maharashtra India. After its construction in 1567 AD, the fort was key to the Sidis withstanding various invasion attempts by the Marathas, Mughals, and Portuguese to capture Janjira.

People

Population12,665
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density9,313/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units5,066
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain120.5 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population12,665
Population Density9,313 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates18.3282°, 72.9621°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation120.5 inches (3,061 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Murud

Murud is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 12,665. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Murud has a population of 12,665 with a density of 9,313 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,665
Total Population
9,313
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Murud vs India Average

The median household income in Murud is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 228 business establishments.

Income: Murud vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)228

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murud is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,066 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,066

Property Tax

Climate in Murud

Murud has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (30.9°C), the coldest is Jan (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 2889 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 13.2° / 33.8° 2.5
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 14.7° / 38.2° 1.4
Mar 28.4°C / 83°F 18.2° / 40.7° 5.3
Apr 30.9°C / 88°F 21.4° / 42.2° 7.2
May 30.9°C / 88°F 24.2° / 40° 60.5
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.9° / 36.1° 466.4
Jul 26.6°C / 80°F 24.3° / 30.2° 1,074.4
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 23.7° / 30.1° 578.8
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 23.5° / 30.9° 498.0
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 19.9° / 32.5° 156.9
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 17° / 32.1° 22.1
Dec 23.7°C / 75°F 15.5° / 31.8° 15.8
Murud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 120.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density9,313/sq mi
Coordinates18.3282°N, 72.9621°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 120.5"
217% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 41.73"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 24, 2019.

Sep 5, 2000 5 km W of P?tan, India M5.2 142 km
Feb 1, 1994 5 km SSE of M?khjan, India M5.0 136 km
Apr 6, 2000 19 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.9 150 km
Aug 28, 1993 21 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 149 km
Mar 12, 1995 23 km W of Satara, India M4.7 115 km
Feb 14, 1998 3 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.4 134 km
Apr 14, 2012 11 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 138 km
Aug 20, 2007 22 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 148 km
Oct 22, 1993 9 km NE of P?tan, India M4.4 145 km
Dec 12, 2009 17 km SSW of M?khjan, India M4.3 144 km
Apr 26, 1996 13 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.2 144 km
Jan 12, 2010 22 km S of Koynanagar, India M4.2 150 km
Aug 12, 1991 136 km WSW of Al?b?g, India M4.1 142 km
Jul 24, 2019 25 km WSW of Shirgaon, India M4.1 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 123 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 26 km
2019 Vayu Category 2 280 km
2019 Kyaar:kyarr Category 1 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
May 85°F (30°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 27.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 41.7 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 31.0 in
September 80°F (26°C) 14.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
December 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in

Murud has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 120.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (41.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Murud

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mehboob English Medium School - - - -
Naj Academy High School and Jr. College - - - -
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Radio Stations near Murud

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Murud

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mina Bazar

Hotels in Murud

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sahyadri Tourist Home

Cinemas in Murud

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kamal Talkies

Bus Stations in Murud

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #12581633601
Murud Bus Stand

Airports Near Murud

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Navi Mumbai International AirportNMILarge Airport
Aamby Valley Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Murud

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Speed Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murud

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kshetrapal Mandir
Vithobha Rakhumai Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murud

What is the population of Murud?

Murud has a population of 12,665 residents and is located in India. The population density is 9,313 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Murud expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Murud?

Murud has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 120.5 inches.

How is the job market in Murud?

Murud has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 228 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murud?

The median home value in Murud is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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