Morthali - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Morthali is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. Hamira Farm serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morthali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morthali is 058445. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Morthali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morthali
According to the 2011 Census, Morthali village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 578 males and 563 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.04%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 67.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 1,141 | 578 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 96 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 162 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 362 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 216 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Morthali
Morthali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhinwarheri | West | 1.20 km |
| Pehowa | East | 2.00 km |
| Suraswati Khera | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Satora | West | 2.81 km |
| Siyana Saidan | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Jurasi Khurd | North | 3.10 km |
| Asmanpur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Bherian | South | 3.81 km |
| Dhani Rampura | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Jurasi Kalan | North-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morthali
Morthali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pehowa Road, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Morthali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morthali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morthali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morthali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morthali
Where is Morthali located?
Morthali village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morthali?
The Gram Panchayat of Morthali is Hamira Farm.
What is the pincode of Morthali?
The pincode of Morthali is 136128.
What is the population of Morthali?
Morthali had a total population of 1,141, including 578 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Morthali?
Morthali had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morthali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morthali was 71.04%. Male literacy was 75.10% and female literacy was 67.13%.