Morchapur - Seloo, Wardha
Morchapur is a village situated in the Seloo tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seloo and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Ramna (yen) serves as the Village Panchayat for Morchapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchapur is 533998. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.48 hectares and falls under the 442104 pincode. Wardha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morchapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wardha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Morchapur
According to the 2011 Census, Morchapur village had a total population of 744 people, including 400 males and 344 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.08%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 78.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 744 | 400 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 323 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 77 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Morchapur
Morchapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wahitpur | South | 0.90 km |
| Sukali (station) | East | 1.59 km |
| Yankapur (ramana) | North | 1.60 km |
| Kanhapur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Gondapur | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Arvi (lahan) | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Pavnar | West | 3.39 km |
| Kedarwadi | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Talodi | South | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morchapur
Morchapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Seloo Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wardha to Morchapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morchapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morchapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morchapur
Where is Morchapur located?
Morchapur village is located in Seloo Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morchapur?
The Village Panchayat of Morchapur is Ramna (yen).
What is the pincode of Morchapur?
The pincode of Morchapur is 442104.
What is the population of Morchapur?
Morchapur had a total population of 744, including 400 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Morchapur?
Morchapur had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchapur was 85.08%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 78.93%.