Morghadi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Morghadi is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Morghardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morghadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morghadi is 505937. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.81 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Omkareshwar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Morghadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morghadi
As per Census 2011, Morghadi village has a total population of 4,528 people, consisting of 2,377 males and 2,151 females. The village has 973 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 690 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,935 literate and 1,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morghadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,528 | 2,377 | 2,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 690 | 361 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,392 | 721 | 671 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 370 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 2,935 | 1,747 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 630 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Morghadi
Morghadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanwghat Khedi | North | 2.82 km |
| Katar | West | 2.94 km |
| Billora Khurd | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Inpun | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Bhogawan | East | 4.03 km |
| Mirghawan | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Ali Bujurg | West | 5.22 km |
| Suratpura | North | 5.49 km |
| Chitra Mor | East | 5.58 km |
| Billora Buzurg | North-East | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morghadi
Morghadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Omkareshwar Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Omkareshwar to Morghadi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Morghadi 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 Morghadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morghadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morghadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morghadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morghadi
Where is Morghadi located?
Morghadi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morghadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morghadi is Morghardi.
What is the pincode of Morghadi?
The pincode of Morghadi is 450554.
What is the population of Morghadi?
Morghadi has a total population of 4,528, including 2,377 males and 2,151 females.
How many households are there in Morghadi?
There are 973 households in Morghadi.
What is the literacy rate in Morghadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morghadi is 64.82%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 55.23%.