Morwan - Siswan, Siwan
Morwan is a village situated in the Siswan subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siswan and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Ghurghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwan is 232765. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 841203 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Morwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morwan
As per Census 2011, Morwan village has a total population of 1,670 people, consisting of 886 males and 784 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,670 | 886 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 148 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 503 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 383 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Morwan
Morwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhikhpur | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Chainpur Mobarakpur | East | 1.16 km |
| Ghurghat | South | 1.39 km |
| Kishunwari | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Bharwalia | West | 1.75 km |
| Nagai | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Kauli Chhapra | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Tilauta | South | 2.14 km |
| Mahanagar | West | 2.15 km |
| Jagdishpur | North | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwan
Morwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chainwa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siwan to Morwan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morwan
Where is Morwan located?
Morwan village is located in Siswan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwan is Ghurghat.
What is the pincode of Morwan?
The pincode of Morwan is 841203.
What is the population of Morwan?
Morwan has a total population of 1,670, including 886 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Morwan?
There are 308 households in Morwan.
What is the literacy rate in Morwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwan is 49.70%. Male literacy is 56.77% and female literacy is 41.71%.