Morba - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Morba is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Morba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morba is 516443. The village covers a total geographical area of 614.31 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Morba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morba
According to the 2011 Census, Morba village had a total population of 1,478 people, including 733 males and 745 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.63%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 59.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 435.
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 | 1,478 | 733 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 230 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 535 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 198 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Morba
Morba 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 Morba
Morba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Morba is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Morba is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morba 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 Morba
Where is Morba located?
Morba village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morba?
Morba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morba?
The pincode of Morba is 364505.
What is the population of Morba?
Morba had a total population of 1,478, including 733 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Morba?
Morba had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morba was 71.63%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 59.88%.