Morad - Petlad, Anand
Morad is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Morad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morad is 516959. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.08 hectares and falls under the 388130 pincode. Anand is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morad
As per Census 2011, Morad village has a total population of 4,576 people, consisting of 2,391 males and 2,185 females. The village has 985 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,349 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,576 | 2,391 | 2,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 354 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 3,349 | 1,891 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 500 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Morad
Morad 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 Morad
Morad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Morad.
| 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 Anand to Morad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morad
Where is Morad located?
Morad village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morad?
Morad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morad?
The pincode of Morad is 388130.
What is the population of Morad?
Morad has a total population of 4,576, including 2,391 males and 2,185 females.
How many households are there in Morad?
There are 985 households in Morad.
What is the literacy rate in Morad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morad is 73.19%. Male literacy is 79.09% and female literacy is 66.73%.