Morchul - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Morchul is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 47 km from Manpur and around 147 km from Rajnandgaon. Morchul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchul is 441524. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.42 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Morchul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchul
According to the 2011 Census, Morchul village had a total population of 396 people, including 210 males and 186 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.18%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 51.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 396 | 210 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 203 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 144 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 66 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Morchul
Morchul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Merhakhurd | North | 1.88 km |
| Tukam | West | 1.97 km |
| Serkheda | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Gattepayali | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Bagdongari | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Baler | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Bodegaon | North | 3.07 km |
| Gahangatta | West | 3.19 km |
| Mardagota | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Palebhatti | North | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morchul
Morchul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Morchul is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Morchul is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morchul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchul 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 Morchul
Where is Morchul located?
Morchul village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchul?
Morchul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morchul?
The pincode of Morchul is 491229.
What is the population of Morchul?
Morchul had a total population of 396, including 210 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Morchul?
Morchul had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchul was 67.18%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 51.02%.