Morab - Raybag, Belagavi
Morab is a village situated in the Raybag taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Raibag and around 110 km from Belgaum. Morab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morab is 597397. The village covers a total geographical area of 1636.32 hectares and falls under the 591317 pincode. Raibag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morab
As per Census 2011, Morab village has a total population of 8,746 people, consisting of 4,500 males and 4,246 females. The village has 1,666 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,727 literate and 4,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,746 | 4,500 | 4,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,343 | 711 | 632 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,602 | 1,316 | 1,286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,727 | 2,713 | 2,014 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,019 | 1,787 | 2,232 |
Nearby Villages of Morab
Morab 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilaji | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Bekkeri | West | 4.02 km |
| Chinchali | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Alagawadi | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Bommanal | South-West | 5.58 km |
| Alakhanur | East | 6.57 km |
| Suttatti | North-East | 6.67 km |
| Bhiradi | North-West | 7.65 km |
| Biranal | South | 7.87 km |
| Nagaral | South-West | 7.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morab
Morab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raibag to Morab is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Morab is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morab
Where is Morab located?
Morab village is located in Raybag Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morab?
Morab is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morab?
The pincode of Morab is 591317.
What is the population of Morab?
Morab has a total population of 8,746, including 4,500 males and 4,246 females.
How many households are there in Morab?
There are 1,666 households in Morab.
What is the literacy rate in Morab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morab is 54.05%. Male literacy is 60.29% and female literacy is 47.43%.