Morur
Morur is a village located in Sankari taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sankari (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Morur West is the gram panchayat of Morur village.
Here you can discover what makes Morur unique in its vibrant Sankari-Salem region. You’ll see Morur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morur is 633949. The village spans a total geographical area of 2100.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637302. Sankari is nearest town to Morur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Morur
Population of Morur
According to the 2011 Census, Morur has a total population of about 9,568, with approximately 4,847 males and 4,721 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 829 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,135 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.74%, with male literacy at about 74.99% and female literacy near 58.27%. There are around 2,739 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,568 | 4,847 | 4,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 829 | 452 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,135 | 1,607 | 1,528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,386 | 3,635 | 2,751 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,182 | 1,212 | 1,970 |
Connectivity of Morur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morur. As per the 2011 stats, Morur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Morur
Knowing the nearby villages of Morur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morur
- Where is Morur located?
- Morur village is situated in Sankari Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morur is Morur West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morur?
- The pincode of Morur is 637302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morur is 9,568, with 4,847 males and 4,721 females.
- How many households are there in Morur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morur village has a total of 2,739 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morur is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 74.99%, while the female literacy rate is 58.27%.