Morchul(Sa) - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Morchul(Sa) is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sawanga (b.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morchul(Sa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchul(Sa) is 539030. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.54 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Morchul(Sa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchul(Sa)
According to the 2011 Census, Morchul(Sa) village had a total population of 85 people, including 49 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.79%, with male literacy at 63.41% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Morchul(Sa)
Morchul(Sa) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morchul(Sa)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morchul(Sa).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Morchul(Sa) is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Morchul(Sa) is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchul(Sa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchul(Sa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morchul(Sa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchul(Sa) 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 Morchul(Sa)
Where is Morchul(Sa) located?
Morchul(Sa) village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchul(Sa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Morchul(Sa) is Sawanga (b.).
What is the pincode of Morchul(Sa)?
The pincode of Morchul(Sa) is 442606.
What is the population of Morchul(Sa)?
Morchul(Sa) had a total population of 85, including 49 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Morchul(Sa)?
Morchul(Sa) had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchul(Sa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchul(Sa) was 54.79%. Male literacy was 63.41% and female literacy was 43.75%.