Morana - Jodiya, Jamnagar
Morana is a village situated in the Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jodiya and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Morana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morana is 513720. The village covers a total geographical area of 614.39 hectares and falls under the 361220 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morana
As per Census 2011, Morana village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 249 males and 243 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 249 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 148 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 101 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Morana
Morana 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 Morana
Public transport in the Morana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrol to Morana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Morana is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morana
Where is Morana located?
Morana village is located in Jodiya Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morana?
Morana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morana?
The pincode of Morana is 361220.
What is the population of Morana?
Morana has a total population of 492, including 249 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Morana?
There are 113 households in Morana.
What is the literacy rate in Morana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morana is 52.03%. Male literacy is 59.44% and female literacy is 44.44%.