Morvad - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Morvad is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Kodinar and around 153 km from Junagadh. Morvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvad is 515116. The village covers a total geographical area of 783.05 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morvad
According to the 2011 Census, Morvad village had a total population of 1,716 people, including 847 males and 869 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 1,716 | 847 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 113 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 65 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 675 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 172 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Morvad
Morvad 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 Morvad
Morvad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Morvad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Morvad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Morvad is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morvad
Where is Morvad located?
Morvad village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvad?
Morvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morvad?
The pincode of Morvad is 362720.
What is the population of Morvad?
Morvad had a total population of 1,716, including 847 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Morvad?
Morvad had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvad was 81.00%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 70.27%.