Morachh - Dareeni, Kangra
Morachh is a village situated in the Dareeni tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Dharmsala. Rulehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morachh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morachh is 009321. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.48 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Morachh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morachh
According to the 2011 Census, Morachh village had a total population of 244 people, including 124 males and 120 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 82 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Morachh
Morachh 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 Morachh
Morachh 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Morachh is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morachh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morachh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morachh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morachh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morachh
Where is Morachh located?
Morachh village is located in Dareeni Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morachh?
The Gram Panchayat of Morachh is Rulehad.
What is the pincode of Morachh?
The pincode of Morachh is 176206.
What is the population of Morachh?
Morachh had a total population of 244, including 124 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Morachh?
Morachh had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morachh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morachh was 64.35%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 52.78%.