Morgar - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Morgar is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Sanyra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgar is 507033. The village covers a total geographical area of 1368.62 hectares and falls under the 370610 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Morgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morgar
According to the 2011 Census, Morgar village had a total population of 567 people, including 288 males and 279 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 67.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 567 | 288 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 214 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 74 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Morgar
Morgar 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 Morgar
Public transport in the Morgar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Morgar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morgar
Where is Morgar located?
Morgar village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Morgar is Sanyra.
What is the pincode of Morgar?
The pincode of Morgar is 370610.
What is the population of Morgar?
Morgar had a total population of 567, including 288 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Morgar?
Morgar had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgar was 77.36%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 67.10%.