Morth - Baroh, Kangra
Morth is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Morth Jassai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morth is 010067. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.95 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Morth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morth
According to the 2011 Census, Morth village had a total population of 251 people, including 119 males and 132 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.54%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 72.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 251 | 119 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Morth
Morth 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 Morth
Morth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Morth is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morth 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morth
Where is Morth located?
Morth village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morth?
The Gram Panchayat of Morth is Morth Jassai.
What is the pincode of Morth?
The pincode of Morth is 176054.
What is the population of Morth?
Morth had a total population of 251, including 119 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Morth?
Morth had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morth was 78.54%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 72.65%.