Morani - Rajpur, Barwani
Morani is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Morani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morani is 478303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024.18 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Morani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morani
As per Census 2011, Morani village has a total population of 3,209 people, consisting of 1,611 males and 1,598 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 525 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 2,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,048 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,209 | 1,611 | 1,598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 275 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,048 | 1,530 | 1,518 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 580 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,142 | 1,031 | 1,111 |
Nearby Villages of Morani
Morani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budra | East | 2.53 km |
| Bilwani | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kasel | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Lachchhi | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Khadki | East | 5.60 km |
| Danodroud | South-East | 5.65 km |
| Khadkya Mhow | South-West | 5.98 km |
| Singun | North-East | 6.34 km |
| Upla | South | 6.76 km |
| Gothanya | West | 6.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morani
Public transport in the Morani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajpur to Morani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Morani is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morani 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morani
Where is Morani located?
Morani village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morani?
Morani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morani?
The pincode of Morani is 451447.
What is the population of Morani?
Morani has a total population of 3,209, including 1,611 males and 1,598 females.
How many households are there in Morani?
There are 574 households in Morani.
What is the literacy rate in Morani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morani is 33.25%. Male literacy is 36.00% and female literacy is 30.48%.