Morikha
About Morikha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Morikha village is 507421. Morikha village is located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Morikha village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2267.52 hectares. Morikha has a total population of 3,632 peoples, out of which male population is 1,889 while female population is 1,743. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of morikha village is 45.79% out of which 56.06% males and 34.65% females are literate. There are about 658 houses in morikha village. Pincode of morikha village locality is 385575.
When it comes to administration, Morikha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Morikha village comes under Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Tharad is nearest town to morikha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Morikha
The population details of Morikha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,632 | 1,889 | 1,743 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 564 | 321 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 828 | 424 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,663 | 1,059 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,969 | 830 | 1,139 |
Connectivity of Morikha
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Morikha
Where is Morikha located?
Morikha village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morikha?
Morikha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Morikha?
The pincode of Morikha is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Morikha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morikha is 3,632, with 1,889 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Morikha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Morikha village has a total of 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morikha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morikha is 45.79%. The male literacy rate is 56.06%, while the female literacy rate is 34.65%.