Morha
Morha is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Murrah Upper is the gram panchayat of Morha village.
Here you can discover what makes Morha unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Morha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morha is 001257. The village spans a total geographical area of 2429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Morha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Morha
Population of Morha
According to the 2011 Census, Morha has a total population of about 3,677, with approximately 1,966 males and 1,711 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 846 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,400. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.77%, with male literacy at about 39.47% and female literacy near 16.48%. There are around 625 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,677 | 1,966 | 1,711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 442 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,400 | 1,807 | 1,593 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 776 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,619 | 1,190 | 1,429 |
Connectivity of Morha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morha. As per the 2011 stats, Morha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morha
Knowing the nearby villages of Morha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morha
- Where is Morha located?
- Morha village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morha is Murrah Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morha?
- The pincode of Morha is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morha is 3,677, with 1,966 males and 1,711 females.
- How many households are there in Morha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morha village has a total of 625 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morha is 28.77%. The male literacy rate is 39.47%, while the female literacy rate is 16.48%.