Morchund
Morchund is a village located in Warud tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Warud (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Morchund village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Morchund unique in its vibrant Warud-Amravati region. You’ll see Morchund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morchund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morchund is 532450. The village spans a total geographical area of 349.82 hectares. Warud is nearest town to Morchund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morchund village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Wardha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morchund
Population of Morchund
According to the 2011 Census, Morchund has a total population of about 1,131, with approximately 573 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 292 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.07%, with male literacy at about 82.02% and female literacy near 67.92%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morchund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 573 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 151 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 470 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 103 | 179 |
Connectivity of Morchund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morchund. As per the 2011 stats, Morchund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morchund
Knowing the nearby villages of Morchund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morchund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morchund
- Where is Morchund located?
- Morchund village is situated in Warud Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morchund?
- Morchund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Morchund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morchund is 1,131, with 573 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Morchund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morchund village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morchund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morchund is 75.07%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 67.92%.