Morni - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Morni is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Morani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morni is 563036. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.74 hectares and falls under the 415715 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Morni 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 Morni
According to the 2011 Census, Morni village had a total population of 80 people, including 40 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.57%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Morni
Morni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mhalunge | South | 1.86 km |
| Araw | West | 2.12 km |
| Lamaj | North | 2.73 km |
| Ravandi | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Nivali | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Uchat | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Parwat T. Wagawale | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Adoshi | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Saloshi | North | 4.74 km |
| Akalpe | East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morni
Morni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 Satara to Morni is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morni 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 Morni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morni 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 Morni
Where is Morni located?
Morni village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morni?
The Gram Panchayat of Morni is Morani.
What is the pincode of Morni?
The pincode of Morni is 415715.
What is the population of Morni?
Morni had a total population of 80, including 40 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Morni?
Morni had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morni was 68.57%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 54.29%.