Morjhar - Sailana, Ratlam
Morjhar is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Punyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morjhar is 470439. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.53 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Morjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Morjhar village had a total population of 777 people, including 372 males and 405 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.54%, with male literacy at 21.98% and female literacy at 13.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 772.
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 | 777 | 372 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 772 | 370 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 312 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Morjhar
Morjhar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morjhar
Public transport in the Morjhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Morjhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Morjhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Morjhar is about 30 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 Morjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morjhar
Where is Morjhar located?
Morjhar village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Morjhar is Punyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Morjhar?
The pincode of Morjhar is 457550.
What is the population of Morjhar?
Morjhar had a total population of 777, including 372 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Morjhar?
Morjhar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morjhar was 17.54%. Male literacy was 21.98% and female literacy was 13.75%.