Morchida - Chopda, Jalgaon
Morchida is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Morchida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchida is 526633. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Morchida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchida
According to the 2011 Census, Morchida village had a total population of 866 people, including 432 males and 434 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.94%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 45.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 865.
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 | 866 | 432 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 78 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 865 | 432 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 274 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 158 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Morchida
Morchida 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 Morchida
Public transport in the Morchida is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chopda to Morchida is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Morchida is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchida 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 Morchida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchida 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morchida
Where is Morchida located?
Morchida village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morchida?
Morchida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morchida?
The pincode of Morchida is 425108.
What is the population of Morchida?
Morchida had a total population of 866, including 432 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Morchida?
Morchida had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchida was 61.94%. Male literacy was 77.40% and female literacy was 45.70%.