Morwad - Karmala, Solapur
Morwad is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Morwad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwad is 561797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwad
According to the 2011 Census, Morwad village had a total population of 1,734 people, including 897 males and 837 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 76.94% and female literacy at 57.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 1,734 | 897 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 141 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 604 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 293 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Morwad
Morwad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuskarwadi | West | 3.33 km |
| Hulgewadi | West | 3.47 km |
| Dombalwadi | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Vanjarwadi | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Vihal | South | 3.89 km |
| Mhalangi | North | 4.48 km |
| Veet | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Gorewadi | West | 5.60 km |
| Pimpalwadi | East | 6.50 km |
| Korti | South-West | 6.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwad
Morwad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 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 Karmala to Morwad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Morwad is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwad 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 Morwad
Where is Morwad located?
Morwad village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morwad?
Morwad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morwad?
The pincode of Morwad is 413203.
What is the population of Morwad?
Morwad had a total population of 1,734, including 897 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Morwad?
Morwad had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwad was 67.52%. Male literacy was 76.94% and female literacy was 57.58%.