Morlem - Satari, North Goa
Morlem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Morlem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morlem is 626786. The village covers a total geographical area of 972.87 hectares and falls under the 403505 pincode.
Morlem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Poriem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morlem
As per Census 2011, Morlem village has a total population of 3,290 people, consisting of 1,674 males and 1,616 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,553 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morlem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,290 | 1,674 | 1,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 2,553 | 1,398 | 1,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 276 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Morlem
Morlem 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 Morlem
Morlem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morlem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Morlem is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morlem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morlem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morlem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morlem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morlem
Where is Morlem located?
Morlem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morlem?
Morlem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morlem?
The pincode of Morlem is 403505.
What is the population of Morlem?
Morlem has a total population of 3,290, including 1,674 males and 1,616 females.
How many households are there in Morlem?
There are 762 households in Morlem.
What is the literacy rate in Morlem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morlem is 77.60%. Male literacy is 83.51% and female literacy is 71.47%.