Morhar - Bilhaur, Kanpur Nagar
Morhar is a village situated in the Bilhaur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilhaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Daleep Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morhar is 150163. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.96 hectares and falls under the 209205 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Morhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morhar
According to the 2011 Census, Morhar village had a total population of 772 people, including 414 males and 358 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 66.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
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 | 772 | 414 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 143 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 302 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 112 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Morhar
Morhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Torkapur | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Daleep Nagar | West | 1.59 km |
| Maharaj Nagar | North | 1.67 km |
| Mitanpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Jadepur Dhassa | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Biroh | East | 2.30 km |
| Jagatpur | North | 2.40 km |
| Manoh | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Nigoh | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Sihurapur | South-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morhar
Morhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kanpur Nagar to Morhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Morhar is about 35 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 Morhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Morhar
Where is Morhar located?
Morhar village is located in Bilhaur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Morhar is Daleep Nagar.
What is the pincode of Morhar?
The pincode of Morhar is 209205.
What is the population of Morhar?
Morhar had a total population of 772, including 414 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Morhar?
Morhar had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morhar was 76.09%. Male literacy was 84.59% and female literacy was 66.23%.