Moritha - Mandvi, Surat
Moritha is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Moritha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moritha is 524009. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.56 hectares and falls under the 394160 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Moritha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moritha
According to the 2011 Census, Moritha village had a total population of 1,809 people, including 892 males and 917 females, living in 438 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.33%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 70.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,793.
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 | 1,809 | 892 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,793 | 883 | 910 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 676 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 216 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Moritha
Moritha 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 Moritha
Moritha 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 Mandvi to Moritha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Moritha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moritha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moritha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moritha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moritha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Moritha
Where is Moritha located?
Moritha village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moritha?
Moritha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moritha?
The pincode of Moritha is 394160.
What is the population of Moritha?
Moritha had a total population of 1,809, including 892 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Moritha?
Moritha had 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moritha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moritha was 76.33%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 70.36%.