Morotaliya - Gurbandha, East Singhbum
Morotaliya is a village situated in the Gurbandha subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Gurbandha and around 45 km from Jamshedpur. Balijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morotaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morotaliya is 364235. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 831004 pincode.
Morotaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baharagora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamshedpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morotaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Morotaliya village had a total population of 146 people, including 75 males and 71 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.68%, with male literacy at 75.81% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 28 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Morotaliya
Morotaliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benagariya | South | 1.28 km |
| Baljuri | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Hatidahar | West | 1.44 km |
| Naikanshol | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Shankshol | West | 1.99 km |
| Muturkham | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Shiyal Binda | East | 2.30 km |
| Chhota Hatidahar | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Shirbai | East | 2.53 km |
| Panrra Pathar | West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morotaliya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Morotaliya. The nearest railway station is Kokpara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Morotaliya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morotaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morotaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morotaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morotaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morotaliya
Where is Morotaliya located?
Morotaliya village is located in Gurbandha Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morotaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Morotaliya is Balijuri.
What is the pincode of Morotaliya?
The pincode of Morotaliya is 831004.
What is the population of Morotaliya?
Morotaliya had a total population of 146, including 75 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Morotaliya?
Morotaliya had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morotaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morotaliya was 59.68%. Male literacy was 75.81% and female literacy was 43.55%.