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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morasia
As per Census 2011, Morasia village has a total population of 1,796 people, consisting of 952 males and 844 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 880 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morasia are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 1,796, including 952 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Morasia?
There are 255 households in Morasia.
What is the literacy rate in Morasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morasia is 49.00%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 32.35%.