Morzira - Muktainagar (Edlabad), Jalgaon
Morzira is a village situated in the Muktainagar (Edlabad) tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from Muktainagar and around 105 km from Jalgaon. Morzira village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morzira is 526993. The village covers a total geographical area of 646 hectares and falls under the 425306 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Morzira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morzira
According to the 2011 Census, Morzira village had a total population of 870 people, including 469 males and 401 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.61%, with male literacy at 75.72% and female literacy at 41.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 870 | 469 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 290 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 179 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Morzira
Morzira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajure | East | 3.17 km |
| Borkhede | South | 3.59 km |
| Dhamangaon | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Jamthi | North | 3.69 km |
| Hivare | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Charthane | West | 4.54 km |
| Jondhan Khede | East | 5.23 km |
| Umare | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Parambi | South | 6.03 km |
| Kakode | South | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morzira
Public transport in the Morzira is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wadoda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| 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 Bhusaval to Morzira is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Morzira is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morzira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morzira 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 Morzira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morzira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morzira
Where is Morzira located?
Morzira village is located in Muktainagar (Edlabad) Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morzira?
Morzira is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morzira?
The pincode of Morzira is 425306.
What is the population of Morzira?
Morzira had a total population of 870, including 469 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Morzira?
Morzira had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morzira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morzira was 59.61%. Male literacy was 75.72% and female literacy was 41.47%.