Morchand
About Morchand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Morchand village is 516317. Morchand village is located in Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Ghogha (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Morchand village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2003.72 hectares. Morchand has a total population of 4,492 peoples, out of which male population is 2,307 while female population is 2,185. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of morchand village is 62.42% out of which 68.01% males and 56.52% females are literate. There are about 762 houses in morchand village. Pincode of morchand village locality is 364050.
When it comes to administration, Morchand 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, Morchand village comes under Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Ghogha is nearest town to morchand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Morchand
The population details of Morchand 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 | 4,492 | 2,307 | 2,185 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 718 | 372 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,804 | 1,569 | 1,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 738 | 950 |
Connectivity of Morchand
| 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 Morchand
Where is Morchand located?
Morchand village is situated in Ghogha Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchand?
Morchand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Morchand?
The pincode of Morchand is 364050, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Morchand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morchand is 4,492, with 2,307 males and 2,185 females.
How many households are there in Morchand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Morchand village has a total of 762 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morchand is 62.42%. The male literacy rate is 68.01%, while the female literacy rate is 56.52%.