Morang - Basia, Gumla
Morang is a village situated in the Basia subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Moreng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morang is 375931. The village covers a total geographical area of 519 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode.
Morang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morang
As per Census 2011, Morang village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,082 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 970 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,135 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 220 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 970 | 473 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 670 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 465 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Morang
Morang 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 Morang
Morang 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 <5 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 Gumla to Morang is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morang
Where is Morang located?
Morang village is located in Basia Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morang?
The Gram Panchayat of Morang is Moreng.
What is the pincode of Morang?
The pincode of Morang is 835207.
What is the population of Morang?
Morang has a total population of 2,217, including 1,135 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Morang?
There are 440 households in Morang.
What is the literacy rate in Morang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morang is 49.21%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 38.91%.