Morappur - Harur, Dharmapuri
Morappur is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Morappur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morappur is 643384. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.04 hectares and falls under the 635305 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Morappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morappur
According to the 2011 Census, Morappur village had a total population of 1,673 people, including 825 males and 848 females, living in 420 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.92%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 63.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,623.
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 | 1,673 | 825 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,623 | 807 | 816 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 596 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 229 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Morappur
Morappur 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 Morappur
Morappur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Morappur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Morappur is about 27 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 Morappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morappur 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 Morappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morappur 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 Morappur
Where is Morappur located?
Morappur village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morappur?
Morappur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morappur?
The pincode of Morappur is 635305.
What is the population of Morappur?
Morappur had a total population of 1,673, including 825 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Morappur?
Morappur had 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morappur was 72.92%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 63.37%.