Moridad - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Moridad is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Moridad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moridad is 513866. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.78 hectares and falls under the 360540 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Moridad 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 Moridad
According to the 2011 Census, Moridad village had a total population of 952 people, including 488 males and 464 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 69.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440.
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 | 952 | 488 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 221 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 385 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 103 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Moridad
Moridad 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 Moridad
Moridad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Gondal to Moridad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Moridad is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moridad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moridad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moridad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moridad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moridad
Where is Moridad located?
Moridad village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moridad?
Moridad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moridad?
The pincode of Moridad is 360540.
What is the population of Moridad?
Moridad had a total population of 952, including 488 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Moridad?
Moridad had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moridad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moridad was 79.23%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 69.71%.