Morchund - Warud, Amravati
Morchund is a village situated in the Warud tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warud and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Morchund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchund is 532450. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.82 hectares and falls under the 444907 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Morchund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchund
As per Census 2011, Morchund village has a total population of 1,131 people, consisting of 573 males and 558 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morchund are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Morchund
Morchund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchargavhan | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Khanapur | East | 2.32 km |
| Fattepur | North | 2.40 km |
| Pawani | South | 2.52 km |
| Rajura Bajar | West | 2.58 km |
| Wadala | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Udapur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Chainpur | East | 3.55 km |
| Mendhi | East | 3.94 km |
| Deutwada | South-East | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morchund
Morchund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Warud Orange City, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Morchund is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Morchund is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchund 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morchund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchund 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morchund
Where is Morchund located?
Morchund village is located in Warud Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchund?
Morchund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morchund?
The pincode of Morchund is 444907.
What is the population of Morchund?
Morchund has a total population of 1,131, including 573 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Morchund?
There are 270 households in Morchund.
What is the literacy rate in Morchund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchund is 75.07%. Male literacy is 82.02% and female literacy is 67.92%.