Mortalay - Pansemal, Barwani
Mortalay is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Mortalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mortalay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mortalay is 478409. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.11 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Khetia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mortalay 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 Mortalay
As per Census 2011, Mortalay village has a total population of 2,826 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,382 females. The village has 593 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,743 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 819 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mortalay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,826 | 1,444 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 207 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 164 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 819 | 396 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 1,743 | 1,035 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 409 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Mortalay
Mortalay 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Temala | East | 1.38 km |
| Malfa | West | 2.17 km |
| Amjhiri | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Temli | South | 2.97 km |
| Pannali | East | 3.52 km |
| Malgaon | West | 4.49 km |
| Bhadgone | South | 4.57 km |
| Piparani | East | 4.61 km |
| Bhatki | West | 4.75 km |
| Gongwada | South-East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mortalay
Mortalay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetia to Mortalay is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Mortalay is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mortalay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mortalay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mortalay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mortalay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mortalay
Where is Mortalay located?
Mortalay village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mortalay?
The Gram Panchayat of Mortalay is Mortalai.
What is the pincode of Mortalay?
The pincode of Mortalay is 451881.
What is the population of Mortalay?
Mortalay has a total population of 2,826, including 1,444 males and 1,382 females.
How many households are there in Mortalay?
There are 593 households in Mortalay.
What is the literacy rate in Mortalay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mortalay is 61.68%. Male literacy is 71.68% and female literacy is 51.23%.