Morjar - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Morjar is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Morjar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morjar is 507010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.74 hectares and falls under the 370675 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Morjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morjar
According to the 2011 Census, Morjar village had a total population of 535 people, including 273 males and 262 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 89.96% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 535 | 273 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 215 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 58 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Morjar
Morjar 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 Morjar
Public transport in the Morjar 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 Morjar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morjar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morjar
Where is Morjar located?
Morjar village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morjar?
Morjar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morjar?
The pincode of Morjar is 370675.
What is the population of Morjar?
Morjar had a total population of 535, including 273 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Morjar?
Morjar had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morjar was 79.42%. Male literacy was 89.96% and female literacy was 69.01%.