Morwadi - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Morwadi is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Akola and around 129 km from Ahmadnagar. Satewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwadi is 557298. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.09 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Morwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Morwadi village had a total population of 594 people, including 294 males and 300 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.52%, with male literacy at 71.77% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 569.
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 | 594 | 294 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 280 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 178 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 116 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Morwadi
Morwadi 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 Morwadi
Public transport in the Morwadi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sangamner to Morwadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Morwadi is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwadi 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 Morwadi
Where is Morwadi located?
Morwadi village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwadi is Satewadi.
What is the pincode of Morwadi?
The pincode of Morwadi is 422601.
What is the population of Morwadi?
Morwadi had a total population of 594, including 294 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Morwadi?
Morwadi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwadi was 62.52%. Male literacy was 71.77% and female literacy was 53.93%.