Morchapur - Bishnah, Jammu
Morchapur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Pasgal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morchapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchapur is 006234. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.8 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Morchapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchapur
As per Census 2011, Morchapur village has a total population of 734 people, consisting of 386 males and 348 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morchapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 734 | 386 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 304 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 82 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Morchapur
Morchapur 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 Morchapur
Morchapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bishnah to Morchapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Morchapur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morchapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morchapur
Where is Morchapur located?
Morchapur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Morchapur is Pasgal.
What is the pincode of Morchapur?
The pincode of Morchapur is 181132.
What is the population of Morchapur?
Morchapur has a total population of 734, including 386 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Morchapur?
There are 151 households in Morchapur.
What is the literacy rate in Morchapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchapur is 71.93%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 64.37%.