Morepahad - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Morepahad is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Birajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morepahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morepahad is 361681. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Morepahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morepahad
According to the 2011 Census, Morepahad village had a total population of 474 people, including 251 males and 223 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.51%, with male literacy at 94.93% and female literacy at 75.13%.
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 | 474 | 251 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 206 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 45 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Morepahad
Morepahad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatatanr | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Sonaria | East | 0.71 km |
| Radhanagar | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Dumariatanr | South | 1.10 km |
| Majhiladi | South | 1.12 km |
| Kathitanr | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Panrekenali | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Babubeharadi | North | 1.59 km |
| Damumura | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Sapanpur | West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morepahad
Morepahad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tetulmari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Morepahad is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morepahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morepahad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morepahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morepahad 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 Morepahad
Where is Morepahad located?
Morepahad village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morepahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Morepahad is Birajpur.
What is the pincode of Morepahad?
The pincode of Morepahad is 828109.
What is the population of Morepahad?
Morepahad had a total population of 474, including 251 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Morepahad?
Morepahad had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morepahad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morepahad was 85.51%. Male literacy was 94.93% and female literacy was 75.13%.