Moramba - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Moramba is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Moramba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moramba is 525104. The village covers a total geographical area of 1505.06 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Moramba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moramba
As per Census 2011, Moramba village has a total population of 3,503 people, consisting of 1,798 males and 1,705 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,047 literate and 1,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moramba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,503 | 1,798 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 202 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,481 | 1,784 | 1,697 |
| Literate Population | 2,047 | 1,155 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 643 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Moramba
Moramba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasarapadar | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Ziri Sawar | South-East | 5.73 km |
| Pechari Deo | South-West | 6.59 km |
| Porambi | South-West | 8.71 km |
| Chikhali | North | 8.76 km |
| Khadakapani | North-West | 8.80 km |
| Kuwa | North | 9.09 km |
| Kothali | North | 9.53 km |
| Thana | North-West | 10.04 km |
| Beti | North-West | 11.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moramba
Moramba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhadwad, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 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 Talode to Moramba is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Moramba is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moramba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moramba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moramba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moramba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moramba
Where is Moramba located?
Moramba village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moramba?
Moramba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moramba?
The pincode of Moramba is 425419.
What is the population of Moramba?
Moramba has a total population of 3,503, including 1,798 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Moramba?
There are 724 households in Moramba.
What is the literacy rate in Moramba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moramba is 58.44%. Male literacy is 64.24% and female literacy is 52.32%.