Morawahi - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Morawahi is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Wadsa (k.) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morawahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morawahi is 539510. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.23 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Morawahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morawahi
According to the 2011 Census, Morawahi village had a total population of 189 people, including 81 males and 108 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 189 | 81 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 78 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 36 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Morawahi
Morawahi 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 Morawahi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morawahi.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Morawahi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morawahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morawahi 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 Morawahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morawahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morawahi
Where is Morawahi located?
Morawahi village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morawahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morawahi is Wadsa (k.).
What is the pincode of Morawahi?
The pincode of Morawahi is 442704.
What is the population of Morawahi?
Morawahi had a total population of 189, including 81 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Morawahi?
Morawahi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morawahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morawahi was 58.00%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 48.28%.