Morang - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Morang is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 165 km from Kyelang. Hull serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morang is 012517. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.21 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Morang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morang
According to the 2011 Census, Morang village had a total population of 81 people, including 17 males and 64 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 3,765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 81 | 17 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 10 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 10 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Morang
Morang 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 Morang
Morang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kyelang to Morang is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morang
Where is Morang located?
Morang village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morang?
The Gram Panchayat of Morang is Hull.
What is the pincode of Morang?
The pincode of Morang is 172114.
What is the population of Morang?
Morang had a total population of 81, including 17 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Morang?
Morang had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morang was 89.19%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 88.89%.