Morangi - Rajula, Amreli
Morangi is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Morangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morangi is 515954. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.63 hectares and falls under the 365555 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Morangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morangi
As per Census 2011, Morangi village has a total population of 3,496 people, consisting of 1,740 males and 1,756 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,189 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,496 | 1,740 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 273 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 206 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,189 | 1,277 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 463 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Morangi
Morangi 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 Morangi
Morangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Morangi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajula to Morangi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Morangi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morangi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morangi
Where is Morangi located?
Morangi village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morangi?
Morangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morangi?
The pincode of Morangi is 365555.
What is the population of Morangi?
Morangi has a total population of 3,496, including 1,740 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Morangi?
There are 553 households in Morangi.
What is the literacy rate in Morangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morangi is 62.61%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 51.94%.