Morvis - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Morvis is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Kopargaon and around 110 km from Ahmadnagar. Morvis village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvis is 557489. The village covers a total geographical area of 810 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Morvis village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morvis
According to the 2011 Census, Morvis village had a total population of 1,140 people, including 580 males and 560 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 1,140 | 580 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 200 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 423 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 157 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Morvis
Morvis 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirwade Wakad | North | 2.96 km |
| Kanlad | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Baktarpur | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Dhamori | East | 3.58 km |
| Manjur | South | 3.81 km |
| Mayegaon Devi | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Vadgaon | West | 4.50 km |
| Satyagaon | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Dahiwadi | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Wakad | North | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morvis
Morvis is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| 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 Kopargaon to Morvis is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Morvis is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvis
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvis 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 Morvis
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvis 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 Morvis
Where is Morvis located?
Morvis village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvis?
Morvis is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morvis?
The pincode of Morvis is 423603.
What is the population of Morvis?
Morvis had a total population of 1,140, including 580 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Morvis?
Morvis had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morvis?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvis was 74.59%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 63.31%.