Morpur - Karanja, Washim
Morpur is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dotra (jh) serves as the Village Panchayat for Morpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morpur is 530913. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.18 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Morpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morpur
According to the 2011 Census, Morpur village had a total population of 2 people, including 2 females, living in 1 households.
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 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Morpur
Morpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirsoli | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Dongargaon | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Dhotra (jahangir) | West | 3.56 km |
| Rahati | East | 3.62 km |
| Tamaswadi | South | 4.26 km |
| Amboda | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Pimpalgaon Bk. | South | 4.84 km |
| Ramtek | East | 5.52 km |
| Bhiwari | South | 5.74 km |
| Kamatha | South | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morpur. The nearest railway station is Mandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 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 Karanja to Morpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Morpur 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 Morpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morpur 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 Morpur
Where is Morpur located?
Morpur village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morpur?
The Village Panchayat of Morpur is Dotra (jh).
What is the pincode of Morpur?
The pincode of Morpur is 444105.
How many households are there in Morpur?
Morpur had 1 households.