Morpatta - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Morpatta is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morpatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morpatta is 048961. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.62 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Morpatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morpatta
As per Census 2011, Morpatta village has a total population of 18 people, consisting of 8 males and 10 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 6 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morpatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Morpatta
Morpatta 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 Morpatta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morpatta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Morpatta is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Morpatta is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morpatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morpatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morpatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morpatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morpatta
Where is Morpatta located?
Morpatta village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morpatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Morpatta is Chauna.
What is the pincode of Morpatta?
The pincode of Morpatta is 262554.
What is the population of Morpatta?
Morpatta has a total population of 18, including 8 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Morpatta?
There are 6 households in Morpatta.
What is the literacy rate in Morpatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morpatta is 66.67%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 60.00%.