Morgun - Rajpur, Barwani
Morgun is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Morgun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgun is 478352. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.09 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgun
As per Census 2011, Morgun village has a total population of 1,387 people, consisting of 702 males and 685 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 900 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,387 | 702 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 108 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 464 | 436 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 391 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 311 | 405 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atarsanbha | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Jalgaon | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Temala Khurd | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Pipri Buzurg | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Moyada | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Salkheda | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Badgaon | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Chhotikhargaon | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Damdami | West | 5.35 km |
| Rojhani | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgun
Morgun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpur to Morgun is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Morgun is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morgun
Where is Morgun located?
Morgun village is located in Rajpur 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 451447.
What is the population of Morgun?
Morgun has a total population of 1,387, including 702 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Morgun?
There are 270 households in Morgun.
What is the literacy rate in Morgun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgun is 48.38%. Male literacy is 55.70% and female literacy is 40.88%.