Morani - Bhiwandi, Thane
Morani is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Morani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morani is 552556. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Morani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morani
As per Census 2011, Morani village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 138 males and 148 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 138 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 119 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 19 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Morani
Morani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchawali Tarfe Kunde | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Vape | East | 2.83 km |
| Mangathane | West | 2.98 km |
| Ghadane | South | 3.09 km |
| Devchole | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Kunde | South | 3.35 km |
| Usar | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Kondhale | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Nare | West | 4.13 km |
| Ghotavade | South-East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morani
Public transport in the Morani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vasind, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhiwandi to Morani is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Morani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morani 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 Morani
Where is Morani located?
Morani village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morani?
Morani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morani?
The pincode of Morani is 421302.
What is the population of Morani?
Morani has a total population of 286, including 138 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Morani?
There are 65 households in Morani.
What is the literacy rate in Morani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morani is 74.13%. Male literacy is 86.23% and female literacy is 62.84%.