Morgaon - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Morgaon is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Morgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon is 566930. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.38 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Morgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgaon
As per Census 2011, Morgaon village has a total population of 1,122 people, consisting of 538 males and 584 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,122 | 538 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 459 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 79 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Morgaon
Morgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padve | North | 2.02 km |
| Adali | South | 2.19 km |
| Ugade | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Dingne | West | 3.58 km |
| Talkat | East | 3.61 km |
| Padve Majgaon | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Dongarpal | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Phondye | South | 4.48 km |
| Tamboli | North | 4.61 km |
| Degave | North-West | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon
Morgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 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 Sawantwadi to Morgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Morgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morgaon
Where is Morgaon located?
Morgaon village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgaon?
Morgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 416511.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon has a total population of 1,122, including 538 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
There are 255 households in Morgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon is 78.88%. Male literacy is 85.32% and female literacy is 72.95%.