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
As per Census 2011, Morvis village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 580 males and 560 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morvis are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,140, including 580 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Morvis?
There are 222 households in Morvis.
What is the literacy rate in Morvis?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvis is 63.60%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 53.93%.