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
As per Census 2011, Morwai Kalan village has a total population of 2,436 people, consisting of 1,234 males and 1,202 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 1,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,752 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morwai Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,436, including 1,234 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Morwai Kalan?
There are 457 households in Morwai Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Morwai Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwai Kalan is 53.28%. Male literacy is 61.51% and female literacy is 44.84%.