Morvad - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Morvad is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ged serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morvad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvad is 510584. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.31 hectares and falls under the 383120 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morvad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morvad
As per Census 2011, Morvad village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 405 males and 406 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morvad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 405 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 323 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 82 | 257 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Morvad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Morvad is about 15 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 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morvad
Where is Morvad located?
Morvad village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvad?
The Gram Panchayat of Morvad is Ged.
What is the pincode of Morvad?
The pincode of Morvad is 383120.
What is the population of Morvad?
Morvad has a total population of 811, including 405 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Morvad?
There are 154 households in Morvad.
What is the literacy rate in Morvad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvad is 58.20%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 36.70%.