Morwada - Bhesan, Junagadh
Morwada is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Morwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwada is 514549. The village covers a total geographical area of 1450.97 hectares and falls under the 362020 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Morwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwada
As per Census 2011, Morwada village has a total population of 2,097 people, consisting of 1,080 males and 1,017 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,097 | 1,080 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 773 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 307 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Morwada
Morwada 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 Morwada
Morwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jetpur to Morwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Morwada is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morwada
Where is Morwada located?
Morwada village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwada?
Morwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morwada?
The pincode of Morwada is 362020.
What is the population of Morwada?
Morwada has a total population of 2,097, including 1,080 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Morwada?
There are 437 households in Morwada.
What is the literacy rate in Morwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwada is 66.05%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 60.18%.