Morasia - Garhani, Bhojpur
Morasia is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ichari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morasia is 247538. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Morasia
According to the 2011 Census, Morasia village had a total population of 1,796 people, including 952 males and 844 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 39.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,796 | 952 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 189 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 607 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 345 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Morasia
Morasia 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 Morasia
Morasia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morasia.
| 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 Arrah to Morasia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morasia
Where is Morasia located?
Morasia village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Morasia is Ichari.
What is the pincode of Morasia?
The pincode of Morasia is 802203.
What is the population of Morasia?
Morasia had a total population of 1,796, including 952 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Morasia?
Morasia had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morasia was 60.77%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 39.85%.