Morath - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Morath is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Morath J serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morath is 543151. The village covers a total geographical area of 355 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Morath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morath
As per Census 2011, Morath village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,161 males and 1,080 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,161 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 185 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 246 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 937 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 224 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Morath
Morath 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohara Kh. | South | 1.45 km |
| Wakodi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Waruna | East | 2.48 km |
| Dharmoha | South | 3.09 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 3.34 km |
| Botha | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Hingani | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Weni Bk. | North | 4.31 km |
| Uti | East | 4.93 km |
| Dharkanha | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morath
Public transport in the Morath is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Morath is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Morath is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morath
Where is Morath located?
Morath village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morath?
The Gram Panchayat of Morath is Morath J.
What is the pincode of Morath?
The pincode of Morath is 445205.
What is the population of Morath?
Morath has a total population of 2,241, including 1,161 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Morath?
There are 587 households in Morath.
What is the literacy rate in Morath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morath is 73.54%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 65.83%.