Morthal
Morthal is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Morthal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Morthal unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Morthal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morthal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morthal is 507510. The village spans a total geographical area of 1806.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385310. Dhanera is nearest town to Morthal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morthal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morthal
Population of Morthal
According to the 2011 Census, Morthal has a total population of about 5,922, with approximately 3,029 males and 2,893 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,078 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.41%, with male literacy at about 57.48% and female literacy near 32.77%. There are around 939 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morthal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,922 | 3,029 | 2,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,078 | 522 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,689 | 1,741 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,233 | 1,288 | 1,945 |
Connectivity of Morthal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morthal. As per the 2011 stats, Morthal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morthal
Knowing the nearby villages of Morthal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morthal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morthal
- Where is Morthal located?
- Morthal village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morthal?
- Morthal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Morthal?
- The pincode of Morthal is 385310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morthal is 5,922, with 3,029 males and 2,893 females.
- How many households are there in Morthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morthal village has a total of 939 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morthal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morthal is 45.41%. The male literacy rate is 57.48%, while the female literacy rate is 32.77%.