Morgaon - Mohadi, Bhandara
Morgaon is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Mahalgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Morgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon is 536842. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.95 hectares and falls under the 441909 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Morgaon village had a total population of 536 people, including 285 males and 251 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.86%, with male literacy at 90.98% and female literacy at 82.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 536 | 285 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 232 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 53 | 60 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahalgaon | North | 1.46 km |
| Pardi | South | 1.87 km |
| Chichkheda | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Kalamna | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Kanhalgaon | West | 2.35 km |
| Khodgaon | South | 3.08 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Dahegaon | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Boteshwar | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Sirsoli | North-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon
Morgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Praganel, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Morgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Morgaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morgaon
Where is Morgaon located?
Morgaon village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Morgaon is Mahalgaon.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 441909.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon had a total population of 536, including 285 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
Morgaon had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon was 86.86%. Male literacy was 90.98% and female literacy was 82.33%.