Morpa - Saraswati, Patan
Morpa is a village situated in the Saraswati taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Patan and around 18 km from Patan. Morpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morpa is 508811. The village covers a total geographical area of 961.02 hectares and falls under the 384285 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morpa
According to the 2011 Census, Morpa village had a total population of 2,028 people, including 1,082 males and 946 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.54%, with male literacy at 74.70% and female literacy at 48.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 2,028 | 1,082 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 153 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 694 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 388 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Morpa
Morpa 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 Morpa
Public transport in the Morpa is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Patan to Morpa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morpa
Where is Morpa located?
Morpa village is located in Saraswati Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morpa?
Morpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morpa?
The pincode of Morpa is 384285.
What is the population of Morpa?
Morpa had a total population of 2,028, including 1,082 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Morpa?
Morpa had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morpa was 62.54%. Male literacy was 74.70% and female literacy was 48.44%.