Morwai Kalan - Barwadih, Latehar
Morwai Kalan is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Morwai Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwai Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwai Kalan is 366965. The village covers a total geographical area of 4191 hectares and falls under the 822111 pincode.
Morwai Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwai Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Morwai Kalan village had a total population of 2,436 people, including 1,234 males and 1,202 females, living in 457 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.72%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 54.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 532, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,752.
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 | 2,436 | 1,234 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 240 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 268 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,752 | 889 | 863 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 759 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 475 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Morwai Kalan
Morwai Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morwai Khurd | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Sindharowa | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Jargarh | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Saidup | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Protected Forest Barichattan | North | 5.03 km |
| Meral | East | 6.37 km |
| Harileng | North | 6.57 km |
| Tatha Alias Balbal | West | 6.58 km |
| Gasedag | South-East | 6.86 km |
| Bere | South | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwai Kalan
Morwai Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Morwai Kalan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwai Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwai Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morwai Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwai Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morwai Kalan
Where is Morwai Kalan located?
Morwai Kalan village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwai Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwai Kalan is Morwai Kala.
What is the pincode of Morwai Kalan?
The pincode of Morwai Kalan is 822111.
What is the population of Morwai Kalan?
Morwai Kalan had a total population of 2,436, including 1,234 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Morwai Kalan?
Morwai Kalan had 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morwai Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwai Kalan was 65.72%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 54.94%.