Morab - Navalgund, Dharwad
Morab is a village situated in the Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Navalgund and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Morab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morab is 602331. The village covers a total geographical area of 5949.63 hectares and falls under the 580112 pincode. Navalgund is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Navalgund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morab
As per Census 2011, Morab village has a total population of 9,634 people, consisting of 4,914 males and 4,720 females. The village has 1,806 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,240 literate and 3,394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,634 | 4,914 | 4,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,186 | 583 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 285 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 6,240 | 3,572 | 2,668 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,394 | 1,342 | 2,052 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talimorab | West | 3.76 km |
| Vanahalli | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Shirkol | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Gummagol | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Byalal | North | 7.05 km |
| Tirlapur | South-East | 7.13 km |
| Talwai | South-West | 7.27 km |
| Ballur | East | 7.33 km |
| Ahetti | West | 8.18 km |
| Hanashi | North-East | 9.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morab
Public transport in the Morab is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amargol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.1 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navalgund to Morab is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Morab is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Morab
Where is Morab located?
Morab village is located in Navalgund Taluka, Dharwad 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 580112.
What is the population of Morab?
Morab has a total population of 9,634, including 4,914 males and 4,720 females.
How many households are there in Morab?
There are 1,806 households in Morab.
What is the literacy rate in Morab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morab is 64.77%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 56.53%.