Morija - Chomu, Jaipur
Morija is a village situated in the Chomu tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chomu and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Morija village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morija is 079450. The village covers a total geographical area of 2292.81 hectares and falls under the 303805 pincode. Chomu is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Morija village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chomu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morija
As per Census 2011, Morija village has a total population of 13,362 people, consisting of 7,012 males and 6,350 females. The village has 2,127 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,017 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,272 literate and 5,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 872 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morija are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,362 | 7,012 | 6,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,017 | 1,102 | 915 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 418 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 872 | 466 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 8,272 | 5,126 | 3,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,090 | 1,886 | 3,204 |
Nearby Villages of Morija
Morija 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anantpura | South | 3.59 km |
| Fatehpura | East | 3.78 km |
| Kushalpura | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Cheethwari | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Chomu B | West | 4.74 km |
| Hathnoda | North | 4.95 km |
| Jaitpura | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Sultanpura | East | 5.20 km |
| Samod | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Bhopawas | North | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morija
Morija is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chomu to Morija is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Morija is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morija
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morija village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morija
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morija village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morija
Where is Morija located?
Morija village is located in Chomu Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morija?
Morija is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morija?
The pincode of Morija is 303805.
What is the population of Morija?
Morija has a total population of 13,362, including 7,012 males and 6,350 females.
How many households are there in Morija?
There are 2,127 households in Morija.
What is the literacy rate in Morija?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morija is 61.91%. Male literacy is 73.10% and female literacy is 49.54%.