Morpirla - Quepem, Kushavati
Morpirla is a village situated in the Quepem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 19 km from Quepem and around 30 km from Margao. Morpirla village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morpirla is 626953. The village covers a total geographical area of 1433 hectares and falls under the 403703 pincode.
Morpirla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Quepem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morpirla
According to the 2011 Census, Morpirla village had a total population of 2,857 people, including 1,480 males and 1,377 females, living in 569 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.93%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 71.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,752.
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 | 2,857 | 1,480 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 156 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,752 | 1,424 | 1,328 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,058 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 422 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Morpirla
Morpirla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morpirla
Morpirla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Margao to Morpirla is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morpirla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morpirla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morpirla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morpirla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morpirla
Where is Morpirla located?
Morpirla village is located in Quepem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morpirla?
Morpirla is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morpirla?
The pincode of Morpirla is 403703.
What is the population of Morpirla?
Morpirla had a total population of 2,857, including 1,480 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Morpirla?
Morpirla had 569 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morpirla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morpirla was 75.93%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 71.57%.