Morthala - Abu Road, Sirohi
Morthala is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Morthala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morthala is 090178. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 307026 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Morthala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morthala
As per Census 2011, Morthala village has a total population of 1,715 people, consisting of 906 males and 809 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 825 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,049 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morthala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 906 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 240 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,049 | 557 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 568 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 338 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Morthala
Morthala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandoori | North | 1.56 km |
| Tartoli (rural) | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Karoli | North | 2.47 km |
| Or | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Khadat | South | 2.65 km |
| Umarni | West | 2.90 km |
| Derna | East | 3.00 km |
| Mordu | North | 3.05 km |
| Manpur (rural) | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Amthala | North | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morthala
Morthala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Morthala, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Morthala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Morthala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morthala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morthala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morthala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morthala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morthala
Where is Morthala located?
Morthala village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morthala?
Morthala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morthala?
The pincode of Morthala is 307026.
What is the population of Morthala?
Morthala has a total population of 1,715, including 906 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Morthala?
There are 375 households in Morthala.
What is the literacy rate in Morthala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morthala is 48.10%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 31.77%.