Moroshi - Murbad, Thane
Moroshi is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Moroshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moroshi is 553226. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Moroshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moroshi
As per Census 2011, Moroshi village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 70 males and 72 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moroshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Moroshi
Moroshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fangane | West | 2.68 km |
| Fangulgavhan | East | 3.10 km |
| Awalegaon | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Nyahadi | North | 3.63 km |
| Udaldoh | West | 3.93 km |
| Ajanawale | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Pendhari | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Vaishakhare | West | 5.39 km |
| Khutal Baragaon | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Ghatghar | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moroshi
Moroshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khardi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 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 Kalyan to Moroshi is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Moroshi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moroshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moroshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Moroshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moroshi 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 Moroshi
Where is Moroshi located?
Moroshi village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moroshi?
Moroshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moroshi?
The pincode of Moroshi is 421401.
What is the population of Moroshi?
Moroshi has a total population of 142, including 70 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Moroshi?
There are 30 households in Moroshi.
What is the literacy rate in Moroshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moroshi is 69.01%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 58.33%.