Morawas - Sojat, Pali
Morawas is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Shivpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morawas is 090634. The village covers a total geographical area of 1517.06 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morawas
According to the 2011 Census, Morawas village had a total population of 920 people, including 446 males and 474 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.69%, with male literacy at 49.87% and female literacy at 30.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316.
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 | 920 | 446 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 156 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 189 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 257 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Morawas
Morawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiv Nagar | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Basni Anant | South | 3.59 km |
| Bijpur | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Haripur | West | 4.37 km |
| Gagura | East | 4.83 km |
| Jhupelao | North | 4.87 km |
| Shivpura | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Surayta | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Basni Surayta | South | 6.54 km |
| Khamal | South-West | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morawas
Morawas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bomadra, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sojat to Morawas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Morawas is about 28 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 Morawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morawas 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morawas
Where is Morawas located?
Morawas village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Morawas is Shivpura.
What is the pincode of Morawas?
The pincode of Morawas is 306104.
What is the population of Morawas?
Morawas had a total population of 920, including 446 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Morawas?
Morawas had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morawas was 39.69%. Male literacy was 49.87% and female literacy was 30.22%.