Morewadi - Ahmadpur, Latur
Morewadi is a village situated in the Ahmadpur tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ahmadpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Chobali serves as the Village Panchayat for Morewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morewadi is 560397. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.48 hectares and falls under the 413514 pincode. Ahmadpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Morewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Morewadi village had a total population of 631 people, including 318 males and 313 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 631 | 318 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 237 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 81 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Morewadi
Morewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharabwadi | South | 1.06 km |
| Gadewadi | East | 1.51 km |
| Chobali | West | 1.67 km |
| Makani | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Ambegaon | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Bodka | East | 2.87 km |
| Chimachiwadi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Waigaon | East | 3.11 km |
| Shirur Tajband | North | 3.47 km |
| Walsangi | North-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morewadi
Morewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadpur to Morewadi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Morewadi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morewadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morewadi
Where is Morewadi located?
Morewadi village is located in Ahmadpur Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Morewadi is Chobali.
What is the pincode of Morewadi?
The pincode of Morewadi is 413514.
What is the population of Morewadi?
Morewadi had a total population of 631, including 318 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Morewadi?
Morewadi had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morewadi was 72.37%. Male literacy was 84.34% and female literacy was 60.36%.