Morfal - Parola, Jalgaon
Morfal is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Morfal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morfal is 527608. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.65 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Morfal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morfal
As per Census 2011, Morfal village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 675 males and 641 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morfal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 675 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 497 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 178 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Morfal
Morfal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morfali | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Kholsar | West | 2.20 km |
| Palaskhede Seem | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Mangrul | East | 2.27 km |
| Waghare | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Popatnagar | South | 2.97 km |
| Bhondandigar | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Kamatwadi | West | 3.69 km |
| Chahutre | East | 4.06 km |
| Waghari | South-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morfal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Morfal. The nearest railway station is Bhone, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 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 Parola to Morfal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Morfal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morfal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morfal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morfal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morfal 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 Morfal
Where is Morfal located?
Morfal village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morfal?
Morfal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morfal?
The pincode of Morfal is 425111.
What is the population of Morfal?
Morfal has a total population of 1,316, including 675 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Morfal?
There are 287 households in Morfal.
What is the literacy rate in Morfal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morfal is 65.65%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 57.25%.