Morpalli - Jagargunda, Sukma
Morpalli is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 85 km from Konta and around 135 km from Dantewada. Morpalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morpalli is 450331. The village covers a total geographical area of 2098.84 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Morpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morpalli
As per Census 2011, Morpalli village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 39 males and 32 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morpalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Morpalli
Morpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhimapuram (karkanguda | West | 4.70 km |
| Pedabodkel | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Kotaguda(dudheda) | East | 5.42 km |
| Tadmatela | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Dareli | South-West | 6.37 km |
| Milampalli | North-East | 6.89 km |
| Kista Ram | North-East | 7.48 km |
| Chinnabodkel | North-West | 7.54 km |
| Mukram | East | 8.44 km |
| Palaguda | South-West | 8.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morpalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morpalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.1 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 Dornapal to Morpalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Morpalli is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morpalli 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 Morpalli
Where is Morpalli located?
Morpalli village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morpalli?
Morpalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morpalli?
The pincode of Morpalli is 494122.
What is the population of Morpalli?
Morpalli has a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Morpalli?
There are 19 households in Morpalli.
What is the literacy rate in Morpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morpalli is 42.25%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 25.00%.