Morsal - Sayla, Surendranagar
Morsal is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Morsal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morsal is 512455. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.8 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morsal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morsal
As per Census 2011, Morsal village has a total population of 1,226 people, consisting of 616 males and 610 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morsal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 616 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 121 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 313 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 303 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Morsal
Morsal 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 Morsal
Morsal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Morsal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Morsal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morsal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morsal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morsal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morsal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morsal
Where is Morsal located?
Morsal village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morsal?
Morsal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morsal?
The pincode of Morsal is 363520.
What is the population of Morsal?
Morsal has a total population of 1,226, including 616 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Morsal?
There are 245 households in Morsal.
What is the literacy rate in Morsal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morsal is 42.17%. Male literacy is 50.81% and female literacy is 33.44%.