Morale Ped - Tasgaon, Sangli
Morale Ped is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Moraleped serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morale Ped village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morale Ped is 568642. The village covers a total geographical area of 1071 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morale Ped village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morale Ped
As per Census 2011, Morale Ped village has a total population of 1,154 people, consisting of 600 males and 554 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 816 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morale Ped are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | 600 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 460 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 140 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Morale Ped
Morale Ped 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondewadi | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Vijay Nagar | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Bhadakewadi | North | 3.25 km |
| Ped | West | 3.38 km |
| Manjarde | South | 3.94 km |
| Gaurgaon | South | 4.10 km |
| Biranwadi | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Mohi | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kapurgaon | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Dhondewadi | West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morale Ped
Morale Ped is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 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 Tasgaon to Morale Ped is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Morale Ped is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morale Ped
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morale Ped village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morale Ped
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 Ped 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morale Ped
Where is Morale Ped located?
Morale Ped village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morale Ped?
The Gram Panchayat of Morale Ped is Moraleped.
What is the pincode of Morale Ped?
The pincode of Morale Ped is 416312.
What is the population of Morale Ped?
Morale Ped has a total population of 1,154, including 600 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Morale Ped?
There are 241 households in Morale Ped.
What is the literacy rate in Morale Ped?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morale Ped is 70.71%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 64.26%.