Morasa - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Morasa is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Sutrapada and around 105 km from Junagadh. Morasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morasa is 515082. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.14 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Morasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morasa
According to the 2011 Census, Morasa village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 706 males and 679 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 57.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 385.
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 | 1,385 | 706 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 205 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 492 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 214 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Morasa
Morasa 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 Morasa
Public transport in the Morasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sutrapada to Morasa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Morasa is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morasa
Where is Morasa located?
Morasa village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morasa?
Morasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morasa?
The pincode of Morasa is 362275.
What is the population of Morasa?
Morasa had a total population of 1,385, including 706 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Morasa?
Morasa had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morasa was 68.32%. Male literacy was 78.59% and female literacy was 57.64%.