Morasa - Alirajpur
Morasa is a village situated in the Alirajpur tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Alirajpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Morasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morasa is 505250. The village covers a total geographical area of 1173 hectares and falls under the 457887 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alirajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morasa
As per Census 2011, Morasa village has a total population of 2,329 people, consisting of 1,161 males and 1,168 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 1,717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,161 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 224 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,182 | 1,096 | 1,086 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 343 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,717 | 818 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Morasa
Morasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palvat | South | 2.03 km |
| Dholkheda | North | 3.26 km |
| Umrali | East | 3.73 km |
| Khaydi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Kharvat | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Fata | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Sejgaon | West | 4.41 km |
| Arada | South | 4.60 km |
| Kalmi | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Waskal | North-East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morasa
Morasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Alirajpur to Morasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morasa
Where is Morasa located?
Morasa village is located in Alirajpur Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morasa?
Morasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morasa?
The pincode of Morasa is 457887.
What is the population of Morasa?
Morasa has a total population of 2,329, including 1,161 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Morasa?
There are 382 households in Morasa.
What is the literacy rate in Morasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morasa is 26.28%. Male literacy is 29.54% and female literacy is 23.03%.