Morchonda
Morchonda is a village located in Surgana tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Surgana (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Mani is the gram panchayat of Morchonda village.
Here you can discover what makes Morchonda unique in its vibrant Surgana-Nashik region. You’ll see Morchonda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morchonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morchonda is 549683. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422211. Nashik is nearest town to Morchonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 98km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morchonda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morchonda
Population of Morchonda
According to the 2011 Census, Morchonda has a total population of about 425, with approximately 215 males and 210 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 425. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.71%, with male literacy at about 66.05% and female literacy near 55.24%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morchonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 215 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 215 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 73 | 94 |
Connectivity of Morchonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morchonda. As per the 2011 stats, Morchonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morchonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Morchonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morchonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morchonda
- Where is Morchonda located?
- Morchonda village is situated in Surgana Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morchonda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morchonda is Mani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morchonda?
- The pincode of Morchonda is 422211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morchonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morchonda is 425, with 215 males and 210 females.
- How many households are there in Morchonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morchonda village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morchonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morchonda is 60.71%. The male literacy rate is 66.05%, while the female literacy rate is 55.24%.