Morwa - Morwa, Samastipur
Morwa is a village situated in the Morwa subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. Morwa North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwa is 236724. The village covers a total geographical area of 1467 hectares and falls under the 848121 pincode. Samsatipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morwa
As per Census 2011, Morwa village has a total population of 17,326 people, consisting of 8,924 males and 8,402 females. The village has 3,537 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,266 literate and 8,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,326 | 8,924 | 8,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,237 | 1,685 | 1,552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,586 | 1,356 | 1,230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 9,266 | 5,494 | 3,772 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,060 | 3,430 | 4,630 |
Nearby Villages of Morwa
Morwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorhiari | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Naua Chak | South | 1.63 km |
| Chak Dhean | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Nikaspur | West | 2.18 km |
| Chandauli | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Jitwarpur Kumhra | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Umaidpur | South | 2.59 km |
| Bheria Barmotar | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Amritpur | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Rampur Maheshpur | North | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwa
Public transport in the Morwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karpurigram, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samsatipur to Morwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Morwa is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morwa
Where is Morwa located?
Morwa village is located in Morwa Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwa is Morwa North.
What is the pincode of Morwa?
The pincode of Morwa is 848121.
What is the population of Morwa?
Morwa has a total population of 17,326, including 8,924 males and 8,402 females.
How many households are there in Morwa?
There are 3,537 households in Morwa.
What is the literacy rate in Morwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwa is 53.48%. Male literacy is 61.56% and female literacy is 44.89%.