Morchonda - Surgana, Nashik
Morchonda is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mani serves as the Village Panchayat for Morchonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchonda is 549683. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.4 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Morchonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchonda
According to the 2011 Census, Morchonda village had a total population of 425 people, including 215 males and 210 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 81.14% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 425 | 215 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 215 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 73 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Morchonda
Morchonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khobala | North | 1.27 km |
| Kukudmunda | West | 2.18 km |
| Mani | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Ganeshnagar | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Hanumantmal | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Bival | East | 3.41 km |
| Galwad | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Khadakmal | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Suryagad | North | 4.35 km |
| Nadagdari | South | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morchonda
Morchonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nashik to Morchonda is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morchonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchonda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morchonda
Where is Morchonda located?
Morchonda village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morchonda?
The Village Panchayat of Morchonda is Mani.
What is the pincode of Morchonda?
The pincode of Morchonda is 422211.
What is the population of Morchonda?
Morchonda had a total population of 425, including 215 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Morchonda?
Morchonda had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchonda was 73.93%. Male literacy was 81.14% and female literacy was 66.67%.