Morad - Vadali, Sabar Kantha
Morad is a village situated in the Vadali taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Morad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morad is 509963. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.48 hectares and falls under the 383235 pincode. Vadali is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Morad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morad
As per Census 2011, Morad village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 391 males and 401 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 249 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 391 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 305 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 86 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Morad
Morad 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 Morad
Morad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadali to Morad is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Morad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morad
Where is Morad located?
Morad village is located in Vadali Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morad?
Morad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morad?
The pincode of Morad is 383235.
What is the population of Morad?
Morad has a total population of 792, including 391 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Morad?
There are 166 households in Morad.
What is the literacy rate in Morad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morad is 68.56%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 59.35%.