Morgiri - Patan, Satara
Morgiri is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Morgiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgiri is 564333. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.12 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Morgiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgiri
As per Census 2011, Morgiri village has a total population of 1,416 people, consisting of 658 males and 758 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | 658 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 516 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 142 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Morgiri
Morgiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjali | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Vadi Kotawade | South | 1.75 km |
| Nerale | East | 1.90 km |
| Killemorgiri | West | 2.06 km |
| Banpethwadi | North | 2.27 km |
| Tamkade | North | 2.86 km |
| Donglewadi | East | 3.02 km |
| Kaloli | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Adadev | East | 3.09 km |
| Natoshi | South-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgiri
Morgiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 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 Karad to Morgiri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Morgiri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morgiri
Where is Morgiri located?
Morgiri village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgiri?
Morgiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgiri?
The pincode of Morgiri is 415206.
What is the population of Morgiri?
Morgiri has a total population of 1,416, including 658 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Morgiri?
There are 336 households in Morgiri.
What is the literacy rate in Morgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgiri is 69.56%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 61.87%.