Morvadi - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Morvadi is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Morvadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvadi is 513816. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.3 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morvadi 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 Morvadi
As per Census 2011, Morvadi village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 167 males and 175 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morvadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 167 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 134 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Morvadi
Morvadi 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 Morvadi
Morvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kalavad to Morvadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Morvadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvadi 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 Morvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morvadi
Where is Morvadi located?
Morvadi village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvadi?
Morvadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morvadi?
The pincode of Morvadi is 361160.
What is the population of Morvadi?
Morvadi has a total population of 342, including 167 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Morvadi?
There are 85 households in Morvadi.
What is the literacy rate in Morvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvadi is 69.01%. Male literacy is 80.24% and female literacy is 58.29%.