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
As per Census 2011, Morasa village has a total population of 1,385 people, consisting of 706 males and 679 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,385 | 706 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 205 | 180 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,385, including 706 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Morasa?
There are 272 households in Morasa.
What is the literacy rate in Morasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morasa is 60.58%. Male literacy is 69.69% and female literacy is 51.10%.