Morjhar

Morjhar is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Morjhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Morjhar unique in its vibrant Bhanvad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Morjhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Morjhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morjhar is 514013. The village spans a total geographical area of 2295.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360510. Bhanvad is nearest town to Morjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Morjhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Morjhar

According to the 2011 Census, Morjhar has a total population of about 2,434, with approximately 1,259 males and 1,175 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 501 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.08%, with male literacy at about 67.51% and female literacy near 56.26%. There are around 519 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Connectivity of Morjhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Morjhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Morjhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Morjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morjhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Morjhar

Where is Morjhar located?
Morjhar village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morjhar?
Morjhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Morjhar?
The pincode of Morjhar is 360510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Morjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morjhar is 2,434, with 1,259 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Morjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Morjhar village has a total of 519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morjhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morjhar is 62.08%. The male literacy rate is 67.51%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.