Morochi - Malshiras, Solapur
Morochi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Morochi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morochi is 562412. The village covers a total geographical area of 1538 hectares and falls under the 413109 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Morochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morochi
As per Census 2011, Morochi village has a total population of 5,021 people, consisting of 2,636 males and 2,385 females. The village has 996 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,204 literate and 1,817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 993 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morochi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,021 | 2,636 | 2,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 320 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 993 | 522 | 471 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,204 | 1,866 | 1,338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,817 | 770 | 1,047 |
Nearby Villages of Morochi
Morochi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karunde | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Gursale | North | 4.56 km |
| Dharmpuri | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Natepute | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Dahigaon | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Pimpari | South | 5.75 km |
| Shindewadi | North-West | 8.34 km |
| Kurvali Bk. | West | 8.35 km |
| Tambewadi | North | 8.39 km |
| Fondshiras | East | 9.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morochi
Morochi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Morochi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Morochi is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morochi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morochi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morochi
Where is Morochi located?
Morochi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morochi?
Morochi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morochi?
The pincode of Morochi is 413109.
What is the population of Morochi?
Morochi has a total population of 5,021, including 2,636 males and 2,385 females.
How many households are there in Morochi?
There are 996 households in Morochi.
What is the literacy rate in Morochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morochi is 63.81%. Male literacy is 70.79% and female literacy is 56.10%.