Morgun - Niwali, Barwani
Morgun is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Morgun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgun is 478529. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.18 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Morgun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgun
According to the 2011 Census, Morgun village had a total population of 1,610 people, including 808 males and 802 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.34%, with male literacy at 34.65% and female literacy at 24.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,573.
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 | 1,610 | 808 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 176 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,573 | 789 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 219 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 589 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Morgun
Morgun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diwani | East | 3.37 km |
| Budhgaon | South | 3.63 km |
| Purushkheda | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Khedi | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Mohalla | West | 4.23 km |
| Pichhodi | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Jogwada | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Jhakar | West | 5.42 km |
| Mujala | North | 5.95 km |
| Kanpuri | South | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgun
Morgun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sendhwa to Morgun is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Morgun is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morgun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgun 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 Morgun
Where is Morgun located?
Morgun village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morgun?
Morgun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgun?
The pincode of Morgun is 451666.
What is the population of Morgun?
Morgun had a total population of 1,610, including 808 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Morgun?
Morgun had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgun was 29.34%. Male literacy was 34.65% and female literacy was 24.06%.