Morvada - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Morvada is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Morvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvada is 515407. The village covers a total geographical area of 1185.22 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amreli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Morvada
According to the 2011 Census, Morvada village had a total population of 982 people, including 483 males and 499 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 82.31% and female literacy at 69.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 982 | 483 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 363 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 120 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Morvada
Morvada 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 Morvada
Public transport in the Morvada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Morvada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Morvada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Morvada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morvada
Where is Morvada located?
Morvada village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morvada?
Morvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morvada?
The pincode of Morvada is 365480.
What is the population of Morvada?
Morvada had a total population of 982, including 483 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Morvada?
Morvada had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvada was 75.75%. Male literacy was 82.31% and female literacy was 69.48%.