Morle - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Morle is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Morle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morle is 566953. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.39 hectares and falls under the 416549 pincode. Mapusa(goa) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Morle 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 Morle
According to the 2011 Census, Morle village had a total population of 458 people, including 214 males and 244 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.54%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 77.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, 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 | 458 | 214 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 184 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 30 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Morle
Morle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palye | East | 1.80 km |
| Ghotagewadi | South | 2.55 km |
| Ker | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Mirvel | North | 3.67 km |
| Sonawal | East | 3.80 km |
| Bhekurli | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Ghotage | South | 4.29 km |
| Konal | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Terwanmedhe | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Shirwal | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morle
Morle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thivim, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 Mapusa(goa) to Morle is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Morle is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morle 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morle
Where is Morle located?
Morle village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morle?
Morle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morle?
The pincode of Morle is 416549.
What is the population of Morle?
Morle had a total population of 458, including 214 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Morle?
Morle had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morle was 85.54%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 77.38%.