Morjadi - Dediapada, Narmada
Morjadi is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Morjadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morjadi is 521617. The village covers a total geographical area of 2115.71 hectares and falls under the 393151 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Morjadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morjadi
According to the 2011 Census, Morjadi village had a total population of 2,466 people, including 1,244 males and 1,222 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.36%, with male literacy at 62.82% and female literacy at 41.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,466.
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 | 2,466 | 1,244 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 273 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,466 | 1,244 | 1,222 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 610 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,446 | 634 | 812 |
Nearby Villages of Morjadi
Morjadi 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 Morjadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morjadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dediapada to Morjadi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Morjadi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morjadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morjadi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morjadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morjadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morjadi
Where is Morjadi located?
Morjadi village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morjadi?
Morjadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morjadi?
The pincode of Morjadi is 393151.
What is the population of Morjadi?
Morjadi had a total population of 2,466, including 1,244 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Morjadi?
Morjadi had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morjadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morjadi was 52.36%. Male literacy was 62.82% and female literacy was 41.97%.