Morse - Kumta, Uttara Kannada
Morse is a village situated in the Kumta taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumta and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Soppinahosalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morse village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morse is 603526. The village covers a total geographical area of 2121.64 hectares and falls under the 581323 pincode. Kumta is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Morse village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morse
According to the 2011 Census, Morse village had a total population of 165 people, including 87 males and 78 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.55%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 83.10%.
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 | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Morse
Morse 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilkund | East | 3.01 km |
| Bangane | West | 3.16 km |
| Hallibail | North | 3.86 km |
| Hukli (nilkund) | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Bugadi | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Hutgar (nilkund) | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Chimmolli | West | 4.94 km |
| Mulgunda | East | 5.00 km |
| Handiyane Math | East | 5.24 km |
| Soppinahosalli | South-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morse
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Morse. The nearest railway station is Kumta, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 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 Kumta to Morse is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Morse is about 107 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 Morse
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morse village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morse
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morse village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morse
Where is Morse located?
Morse village is located in Kumta Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morse?
The Gram Panchayat of Morse is Soppinahosalli.
What is the pincode of Morse?
The pincode of Morse is 581323.
What is the population of Morse?
Morse had a total population of 165, including 87 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Morse?
Morse had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morse?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morse was 83.55%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 83.10%.