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
As per Census 2011, Moritha village has a total population of 1,809 people, consisting of 892 males and 917 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,793 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moritha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,809, including 892 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Moritha?
There are 438 households in Moritha.
What is the literacy rate in Moritha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moritha is 70.04%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 64.45%.