Morwa - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Morwa is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Maregaon Mo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morwa is 543449. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.52 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Morwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morwa
As per Census 2011, Morwa village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 151 males and 151 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 151 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Morwa
Morwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saikheda | North | 2.26 km |
| Telangtakli | East | 2.65 km |
| Maregaon | South | 3.04 km |
| Kinhi | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Vasantnagar | South | 3.48 km |
| Wagholi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Wagada | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Umari | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Kusal | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Jawaharnagar | West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morwa
Morwa 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 Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Morwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Morwa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morwa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morwa
Where is Morwa located?
Morwa village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Morwa is Maregaon Mo.
What is the pincode of Morwa?
The pincode of Morwa is 445302.
What is the population of Morwa?
Morwa has a total population of 302, including 151 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Morwa?
There are 78 households in Morwa.
What is the literacy rate in Morwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morwa is 72.19%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 64.90%.