Morchand - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Morchand is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Morchand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchand is 516317. The village covers a total geographical area of 2003.72 hectares and falls under the 364050 pincode. Ghogha is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Morchand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchand
As per Census 2011, Morchand village has a total population of 4,492 people, consisting of 2,307 males and 2,185 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,804 literate and 1,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morchand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,492 | 2,307 | 2,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 372 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,804 | 1,569 | 1,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 738 | 950 |
Nearby Villages of Morchand
Morchand 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 Morchand
Public transport in the Morchand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Morchand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghogha to Morchand is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Morchand is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morchand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchand 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morchand
Where is Morchand located?
Morchand village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchand?
Morchand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morchand?
The pincode of Morchand is 364050.
What is the population of Morchand?
Morchand has a total population of 4,492, including 2,307 males and 2,185 females.
How many households are there in Morchand?
There are 762 households in Morchand.
What is the literacy rate in Morchand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchand is 62.42%. Male literacy is 68.01% and female literacy is 56.52%.