Morjhar - Bhanvad, Devbhumi Dwarka
Morjhar is a village situated in the Bhanvad taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhanvad and around 65 km from Jamnagar. Morjhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morjhar is 514013. The village covers a total geographical area of 2295.93 hectares and falls under the 360510 pincode. Bhanvad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Morjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morjhar
As per Census 2011, Morjhar village has a total population of 2,434 people, consisting of 1,259 males and 1,175 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,511 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,434 | 1,259 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 259 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,511 | 850 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 409 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Morjhar
Morjhar 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 Morjhar
Morjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morjhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanvad to Morjhar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Morjhar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morjhar 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 Morjhar
Where is Morjhar located?
Morjhar village is located in Bhanvad Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morjhar?
Morjhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morjhar?
The pincode of Morjhar is 360510.
What is the population of Morjhar?
Morjhar has a total population of 2,434, including 1,259 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Morjhar?
There are 519 households in Morjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Morjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morjhar is 62.08%. Male literacy is 67.51% and female literacy is 56.26%.