Morgarh - Sult, Almora
Morgarh is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Rivali Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgarh is 052128. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.7 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Morgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Morgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Morgarh village had a total population of 54 people, including 23 males and 31 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.47%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.97%.
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 | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Morgarh
Morgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Debikhal | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Geluwa Danda | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Mayal Gaon | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Paisiya | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Riwali Palli | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Sunbrhma | West | 2.08 km |
| Riwali Walli | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Khaderagaon | South | 2.25 km |
| Manhaite | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Khatwa Bakhal | West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Morgarh. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Morgarh is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Morgarh is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morgarh
Where is Morgarh located?
Morgarh village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Morgarh is Rivali Palli.
What is the pincode of Morgarh?
The pincode of Morgarh is 263676.
What is the population of Morgarh?
Morgarh had a total population of 54, including 23 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Morgarh?
Morgarh had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgarh was 74.47%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.97%.