Morvane - Mhasla, Raigad
Morvane is a village situated in the Mhasla tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 63 km from Mhasla and around 83 km from Alibag. Mandatane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morvane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morvane is 554927. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.65 hectares and falls under the 402101 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Morvane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morvane
According to the 2011 Census, Morvane village had a total population of 156 people, including 64 males and 92 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,438 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.43%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 55.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 156 | 64 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Morvane
Morvane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wangani | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Warnat | South | 1.31 km |
| Pashti | West | 1.48 km |
| Dehen | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kanghar | East | 2.38 km |
| Mandathane | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Kharavate | South | 2.96 km |
| Kolvat | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Lep | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Wave | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morvane
Morvane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Goregaon Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 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 Shrivardhan to Morvane is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Morvane is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morvane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morvane 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morvane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morvane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morvane
Where is Morvane located?
Morvane village is located in Mhasla Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morvane?
The Gram Panchayat of Morvane is Mandatane.
What is the pincode of Morvane?
The pincode of Morvane is 402101.
What is the population of Morvane?
Morvane had a total population of 156, including 64 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Morvane?
Morvane had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morvane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morvane was 60.43%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 55.95%.