Morthal - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Morthal is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Tharad and around 95 km from Palanpur. Morthal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morthal is 507510. The village covers a total geographical area of 1806.27 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morthal
According to the 2011 Census, Morthal village had a total population of 5,922 people, including 3,029 males and 2,893 females, living in 939 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 69.45% and female literacy at 40.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 5,922 | 3,029 | 2,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,078 | 522 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,689 | 1,741 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,233 | 1,288 | 1,945 |
Nearby Villages of Morthal
Morthal 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 Morthal
Public transport in the Morthal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dhanera to Morthal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Morthal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morthal
Where is Morthal located?
Morthal village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morthal?
Morthal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morthal?
The pincode of Morthal is 385310.
What is the population of Morthal?
Morthal had a total population of 5,922, including 3,029 males and 2,893 females.
How many households are there in Morthal?
Morthal had 939 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morthal was 55.51%. Male literacy was 69.45% and female literacy was 40.56%.