Morga - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Morga is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Morga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morga is 436092. The village covers a total geographical area of 2160.73 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Morga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morga
As per Census 2011, Morga village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 914 males and 857 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 914 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 97 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,286 | 652 | 634 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 628 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 286 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Morga
Morga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madanpur | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Khirati | South | 3.94 km |
| Uchalenga | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Ketma | West | 4.12 km |
| Puta | North-East | 6.78 km |
| Arisiya | South-East | 7.34 km |
| Tara | North-East | 10.42 km |
| Suskam | East | 11.46 km |
| Kantaroli | North-East | 12.05 km |
| Saidu | East | 13.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morga
Morga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Morga is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Morga is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Morga
Where is Morga located?
Morga village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morga?
Morga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morga?
The pincode of Morga is 495448.
What is the population of Morga?
Morga has a total population of 1,771, including 914 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Morga?
There are 396 households in Morga.
What is the literacy rate in Morga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morga is 61.21%. Male literacy is 68.71% and female literacy is 53.21%.