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
As per Census 2011, Morni village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 40 males and 40 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morni are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 80, including 40 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Morni?
There are 19 households in Morni.
What is the literacy rate in Morni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morni is 60.00%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 47.50%.