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
According to the 2011 Census, Morchapur village had a total population of 734 people, including 386 males and 348 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.86%, with male literacy at 89.15% and female literacy at 71.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 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 had a total population of 734, including 386 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Morchapur?
Morchapur had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchapur was 80.86%. Male literacy was 89.15% and female literacy was 71.79%.