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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Morang village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 17 males and 64 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 3,764 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morang are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 81, including 17 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Morang?
There are 11 households in Morang.
What is the literacy rate in Morang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morang is 81.48%. Male literacy is 58.82% and female literacy is 87.50%.