Morthala - Thangadh, Surendranagar
Morthala is a village situated in the Thangadh taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Chotila and around 71 km from Surendranagar. Morthala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morthala is 512311. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795.74 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Morthala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morthala
As per Census 2011, Morthala village has a total population of 3,375 people, consisting of 1,724 males and 1,651 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,485 literate and 1,890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morthala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 965 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 759 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Morthala
Morthala 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 Morthala
Morthala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Morthala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Morthala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Morthala is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morthala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morthala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morthala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morthala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morthala
Where is Morthala located?
Morthala village is located in Thangadh Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morthala?
Morthala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morthala?
The pincode of Morthala is 363530.
What is the population of Morthala?
Morthala has a total population of 3,375, including 1,724 males and 1,651 females.
How many households are there in Morthala?
There are 544 households in Morthala.
What is the literacy rate in Morthala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morthala is 44.00%. Male literacy is 55.97% and female literacy is 31.50%.