Morwad - Renapur, Latur
Morwad is a village situated in the Renapur tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Renapur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Morwad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwad is 560212. The village covers a total geographical area of 964 hectares and falls under the 413527 pincode. Latur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Morwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morwad
According to the 2011 Census, Morwad village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 893 males and 793 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.18%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 64.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,686 | 893 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 113 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 642 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 251 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Morwad
Morwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhamapur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Nandgaon | North | 2.35 km |
| Chadgaon | West | 3.29 km |
| Bhokaramba | South | 3.29 km |
| Palsi | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Sugaon | West | 3.99 km |
| Bardapur | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Itti | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Saygaon | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Sevalalnagar | South | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwad
Morwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murti, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 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 Latur to Morwad is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwad 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 Morwad
Where is Morwad located?
Morwad village is located in Renapur Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwad?
Morwad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morwad?
The pincode of Morwad is 413527.
What is the population of Morwad?
Morwad had a total population of 1,686, including 893 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Morwad?
Morwad had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwad was 74.18%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 64.50%.