Morgaon - Lakhani, Bhandara
Morgaon is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Morgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon is 537206. The village covers a total geographical area of 451 hectares and falls under the 441804 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Morgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morgaon
As per Census 2011, Morgaon village has a total population of 1,560 people, consisting of 769 males and 791 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,560 | 769 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 293 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 641 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 128 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Morgaon
Morgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajegaon | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Sindipar | North | 1.72 km |
| Mundipar | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Salebhata | West | 2.16 km |
| Nilagondi | East | 2.51 km |
| Masalmeta | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Gudhari | East | 2.68 km |
| Samewada | South | 3.25 km |
| Singori | West | 3.82 km |
| Parsodi | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon
Morgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sondad, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Morgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morgaon
Where is Morgaon located?
Morgaon village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgaon?
Morgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 441804.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon has a total population of 1,560, including 769 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
There are 404 households in Morgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon is 75.64%. Male literacy is 83.36% and female literacy is 68.14%.