Moron - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Moron is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Moron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moron is 030163. The village covers a total geographical area of 547 hectares and falls under the 144029 pincode. Phillaur is the nearest town.
Moron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moron
According to the 2011 Census, Moron village had a total population of 1,987 people, including 955 males and 1,032 females, living in 465 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 86.95% and female literacy at 78.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,092.
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 | 1,987 | 955 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,092 | 535 | 557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 753 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 202 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Moron
Moron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahal Badowal | East | 1.47 km |
| Chhokran | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Mahal Khairabad | East | 2.47 km |
| Mandi | West | 2.64 km |
| Bakhlaur | East | 2.78 km |
| Diyalpur | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Ratenda | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Chahal Kalan | North | 3.06 km |
| Sultanpur | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Turan | North-West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moron
Moron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malupota, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Moron is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moron
Where is Moron located?
Moron village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moron?
Moron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moron?
The pincode of Moron is 144029.
What is the population of Moron?
Moron had a total population of 1,987, including 955 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Moron?
Moron had 465 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moron was 82.55%. Male literacy was 86.95% and female literacy was 78.49%.