Morchiguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Morchiguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morchiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morchiguda is 425130. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morchiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morchiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Morchiguda village had a total population of 360 people, including 185 males and 175 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.53%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 25.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 360 | 185 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 116 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 69 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Morchiguda
Morchiguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morchiguda
Morchiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gudari to Morchiguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Morchiguda is about 75 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 Morchiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morchiguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morchiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morchiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morchiguda
Where is Morchiguda located?
Morchiguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morchiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Morchiguda is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Morchiguda?
The pincode of Morchiguda is 765026.
What is the population of Morchiguda?
Morchiguda had a total population of 360, including 185 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Morchiguda?
Morchiguda had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morchiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morchiguda was 51.53%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 25.53%.