Morad - Manawar, Dhar
Morad is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Morad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morad is 475614. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.68 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Morad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morad
According to the 2011 Census, Morad village had a total population of 2,722 people, including 1,363 males and 1,359 females, living in 531 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.15%, with male literacy at 57.79% and female literacy at 40.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,632.
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 | 2,722 | 1,363 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 207 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,632 | 1,319 | 1,313 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 668 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,569 | 695 | 874 |
Nearby Villages of Morad
Morad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Temarni | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Bagsul | West | 1.70 km |
| Bramhanpuri | North | 1.95 km |
| Sanmod | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Tonki | South | 3.05 km |
| Gopalpura | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Muhali | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Golpura | East | 3.64 km |
| Khedikhurd | North | 3.79 km |
| Jalkhan | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morad
Public transport in the Morad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 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 Manawar to Morad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Morad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morad 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morad
Where is Morad located?
Morad village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morad?
Morad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morad?
The pincode of Morad is 454446.
What is the population of Morad?
Morad had a total population of 2,722, including 1,363 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Morad?
Morad had 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morad was 49.15%. Male literacy was 57.79% and female literacy was 40.76%.