Morvad - Vijapur, Mahesana
Morvad is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Morvad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvad is 509400. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.35 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morvad
According to the 2011 Census, Morvad village had a total population of 1,698 people, including 948 males and 750 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 791 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.40%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 68.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,698 | 948 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 110 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 102 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 752 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 196 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Morvad
Morvad 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 Morvad
Public transport in the Morvad is mainly available through bus services. Morvad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visnagar to Morvad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Morvad is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morvad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvad 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 Morvad
Where is Morvad located?
Morvad village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvad?
Morvad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morvad?
The pincode of Morvad is 384570.
What is the population of Morvad?
Morvad had a total population of 1,698, including 948 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Morvad?
Morvad had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvad was 80.40%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 68.58%.