Morshi - Karanja, Wardha
Morshi is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Morshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morshi is 533585. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.03 hectares and falls under the 442203 pincode. Katol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morshi
As per Census 2011, Morshi village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 328 males and 335 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 328 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 262 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 66 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Morshi
Morshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarashi | East | 1.81 km |
| Nagalwadi | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Kharaskhanda | South | 2.11 km |
| Gawandi | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Thanegaon | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Dhawasa Kh | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Jamani | East | 3.57 km |
| Dhawasa (heti) | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Chandewani | North | 4.04 km |
| Dabha | West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morshi
Morshi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katol to Morshi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Morshi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morshi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morshi
Where is Morshi located?
Morshi village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morshi?
Morshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morshi?
The pincode of Morshi is 442203.
What is the population of Morshi?
Morshi has a total population of 663, including 328 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Morshi?
There are 159 households in Morshi.
What is the literacy rate in Morshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morshi is 72.55%. Male literacy is 79.88% and female literacy is 65.37%.