Morchupana - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Morchupana is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Palitana and around 82 km from Bhavnagar. Morchupana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchupana is 516551. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.05 hectares and falls under the 364510 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Morchupana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchupana
As per Census 2011, Morchupana village has a total population of 1,093 people, consisting of 579 males and 514 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morchupana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,093 | 579 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 90 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 168 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 414 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 165 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Morchupana
Morchupana 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 Morchupana
Public transport in the Morchupana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Morchupana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Morchupana is about 82 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 Morchupana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchupana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morchupana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchupana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morchupana
Where is Morchupana located?
Morchupana village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchupana?
Morchupana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morchupana?
The pincode of Morchupana is 364510.
What is the population of Morchupana?
Morchupana has a total population of 1,093, including 579 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Morchupana?
There are 207 households in Morchupana.
What is the literacy rate in Morchupana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchupana is 59.93%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 46.89%.