Morthala
Morthala is a village located in Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chotila (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Morthala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Morthala unique in its vibrant Chotila-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Morthala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morthala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morthala is 512311. The village spans a total geographical area of 1795.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363530. Thangadh is nearest town to Morthala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morthala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morthala
Population of Morthala
According to the 2011 Census, Morthala has a total population of about 3,375, with approximately 1,724 males and 1,651 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 678 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.00%, with male literacy at about 55.97% and female literacy near 31.50%. There are around 544 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morthala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,375 | 1,724 | 1,651 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 359 | 319 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 123 | 108 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,485 | 965 | 520 |
Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 759 | 1,131 |
Connectivity of Morthala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morthala. As per the 2011 stats, Morthala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morthala
Knowing the nearby villages of Morthala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morthala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morthala
- Where is Morthala located?
- Morthala village is situated in Chotila Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morthala?
- Morthala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Morthala?
- The pincode of Morthala is 363530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morthala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morthala is 3,375, with 1,724 males and 1,651 females.
- How many households are there in Morthala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morthala village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morthala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morthala is 44.00%. The male literacy rate is 55.97%, while the female literacy rate is 31.50%.