Morgaon - Mauda, Nagpur
Morgaon is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Morgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon is 535672. The village covers a total geographical area of 949.78 hectares and falls under the 441106 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Morgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Morgaon village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 566 males and 571 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 74.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,137 | 566 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 432 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 134 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Morgaon
Morgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmapuri | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Deomundhari | East | 1.56 km |
| Shrikhanda | North | 2.09 km |
| Khat | East | 2.55 km |
| Ghotmundhari | South | 2.59 km |
| Nawargaon | West | 2.67 km |
| Tanda | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Ijani | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Dholmara | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Wagholi (rithi) | West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Morgaon. The nearest railway station is Khat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Morgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Morgaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morgaon
Where is Morgaon located?
Morgaon village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morgaon?
Morgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 441106.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon had a total population of 1,137, including 566 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
Morgaon had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon was 81.95%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 74.46%.