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
According to the 2011 Census, Morana village had a total population of 492 people, including 249 males and 243 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.67%, with male literacy at 68.20% and female literacy at 50.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 492 | 249 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 492, including 249 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Morana?
Morana had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morana was 59.67%. Male literacy was 68.20% and female literacy was 50.94%.