Morwahi - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Morwahi is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Dahedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwahi is 497889. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.92 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Morwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Morwahi village had a total population of 851 people, including 393 males and 458 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 84.93% and female literacy at 65.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 851 | 393 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 100 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Morwahi
Morwahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morwahi
Morwahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Morwahi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morwahi
Where is Morwahi located?
Morwahi village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwahi is Dahedi.
What is the pincode of Morwahi?
The pincode of Morwahi is 481115.
What is the population of Morwahi?
Morwahi had a total population of 851, including 393 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Morwahi?
Morwahi had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwahi was 74.37%. Male literacy was 84.93% and female literacy was 65.53%.