Morbend - Koregaon, Satara
Morbend is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Morbend village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morbend is 563609. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.09 hectares and falls under the 415011 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Morbend village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phaltan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morbend
As per Census 2011, Morbend village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 86 males and 89 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 30 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morbend are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Morbend
Morbend 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Randullabad | West | 2.13 km |
| Nandwal | East | 2.67 km |
| Karanjkhop | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Naygaon | North | 3.72 km |
| Solashi | North | 3.92 km |
| Mohodekarwadi | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Jagtapwadi Sonke | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Sonake | South | 4.33 km |
| Chawaneshwar | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Vahagaon | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morbend
Morbend is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Morbend is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Morbend is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morbend
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morbend village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morbend
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morbend 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 Morbend
Where is Morbend located?
Morbend village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morbend?
Morbend is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morbend?
The pincode of Morbend is 415011.
What is the population of Morbend?
Morbend has a total population of 175, including 86 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Morbend?
There are 31 households in Morbend.
What is the literacy rate in Morbend?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morbend is 82.86%. Male literacy is 87.21% and female literacy is 78.65%.