Morve - Khandala, Satara
Morve is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Morve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morve is 563217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117 hectares and falls under the 412802 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Morve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morve
As per Census 2011, Morve village has a total population of 2,468 people, consisting of 1,256 males and 1,212 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,774 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,468 | 1,256 | 1,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 146 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 85 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 953 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 303 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Morve
Morve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhade | North | 2.55 km |
| Ahire | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Waghoshi | East | 3.79 km |
| Shivajinagar | West | 4.29 km |
| Mhavashi | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Shedgewadi | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Sukhed | South | 4.74 km |
| Tondal | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Bhadavade | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Dhawadwadi | South-West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morve
Morve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 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 Wai to Morve is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Morve is about 49 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 Morve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morve 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morve
Where is Morve located?
Morve village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morve?
Morve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morve?
The pincode of Morve is 412802.
What is the population of Morve?
Morve has a total population of 2,468, including 1,256 males and 1,212 females.
How many households are there in Morve?
There are 547 households in Morve.
What is the literacy rate in Morve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morve is 71.88%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 67.74%.