Moray - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Moray is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Ugedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moray is 506965. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.09 hectares and falls under the 370605 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Moray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moray
According to the 2011 Census, Moray village had a total population of 127 people, including 63 males and 64 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Moray
Moray 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 Moray
Public transport in the Moray 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 Bhuj to Moray is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moray 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Moray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moray
Where is Moray located?
Moray village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moray?
The Gram Panchayat of Moray is Ugedi.
What is the pincode of Moray?
The pincode of Moray is 370605.
What is the population of Moray?
Moray had a total population of 127, including 63 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Moray?
Moray had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moray was 63.64%. Male literacy was 70.21% and female literacy was 57.69%.