Morale (Rajapur) - Palus, Sangli
Morale (Rajapur) is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Morale R serves as the Village Panchayat for Morale (Rajapur) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morale (Rajapur) is 568426. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.99 hectares and falls under the 416310 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Morale (Rajapur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morale (Rajapur)
According to the 2011 Census, Morale (Rajapur) village had a total population of 1,594 people, including 804 males and 790 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 76.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,594 | 804 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 643 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 161 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Morale (Rajapur)
Morale (Rajapur) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimblak | North | 2.38 km |
| Sandagewadi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Bambavade | South | 3.20 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Andhali | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Wazar | North | 4.32 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Chikhal Gothan | North | 4.84 km |
| Palus | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Panmalewadi | East | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morale (Rajapur)
Morale (Rajapur) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Morale (Rajapur) is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Morale (Rajapur) is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morale (Rajapur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morale (Rajapur) 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 Morale (Rajapur)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morale (Rajapur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morale (Rajapur)
Where is Morale (Rajapur) located?
Morale (Rajapur) village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morale (Rajapur)?
The Village Panchayat of Morale (Rajapur) is Morale R.
What is the pincode of Morale (Rajapur)?
The pincode of Morale (Rajapur) is 416310.
What is the population of Morale (Rajapur)?
Morale (Rajapur) had a total population of 1,594, including 804 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Morale (Rajapur)?
Morale (Rajapur) had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morale (Rajapur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morale (Rajapur) was 82.48%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 76.05%.