Morthal - Koil, Aligarh
Morthal is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Morthal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morthal is 122534. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.65 hectares and falls under the 202125 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Morthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morthal
As per Census 2011, Morthal village has a total population of 2,691 people, consisting of 1,410 males and 1,281 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,393 literate and 1,298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,691 | 1,410 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 205 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 196 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 850 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,298 | 560 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Morthal
Morthal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barauth | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Jatpura | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Kithara | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Mohanpur | East | 2.12 km |
| Nayabas Narendra Garhi | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Jarauthi | North | 2.49 km |
| Sapera Bhanpur | West | 2.63 km |
| Chouganpur | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Shahapur | East | 3.02 km |
| Bhim Garihi | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morthal
Morthal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manzurgarhi, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aligarh to Morthal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morthal 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 Morthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Morthal
Where is Morthal located?
Morthal village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morthal?
Morthal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morthal?
The pincode of Morthal is 202125.
What is the population of Morthal?
Morthal has a total population of 2,691, including 1,410 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Morthal?
There are 424 households in Morthal.
What is the literacy rate in Morthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morthal is 51.77%. Male literacy is 60.28% and female literacy is 42.39%.