Morila - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Morila is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Tharad and around 70 km from Palanpur. Morila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morila is 507590. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.97 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morila 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 Morila
As per Census 2011, Morila village has a total population of 1,960 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 954 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,960 | 1,006 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 183 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 599 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 407 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Morila
Morila 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 Morila
Morila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Tharad to Morila is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Morila is about 70 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 Morila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morila 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morila
Where is Morila located?
Morila village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morila?
Morila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morila?
The pincode of Morila is 385535.
What is the population of Morila?
Morila has a total population of 1,960, including 1,006 males and 954 females.
How many households are there in Morila?
There are 344 households in Morila.
What is the literacy rate in Morila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morila is 44.80%. Male literacy is 59.54% and female literacy is 29.25%.