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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Morgaon village had a total population of 1,560 people, including 769 males and 791 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.11%, with male literacy at 92.10% and female literacy at 76.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 588, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 1,560 | 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 Village Panchayat of Morgaon?
Morgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 441804.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon had a total population of 1,560, including 769 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
Morgaon had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon was 84.11%. Male literacy was 92.10% and female literacy was 76.24%.