Morakura - Golakganj Pt, Dhubri
Morakura is a village situated in the Golakganj Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from Dakhin Tokererchora Pt.ii, Golokganj and around 25 km from Dhubri. Moterjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morakura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morakura is 280837. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.67 hectares and falls under the 783334 pincode. Gauripur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morakura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Golokganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morakura
According to the 2011 Census, Morakura village had a total population of 479 people, including 243 males and 236 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.06%, with male literacy at 85.65% and female literacy at 63.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 479 | 243 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 185 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 58 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Morakura
Morakura 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 Morakura
Public transport in the Morakura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morakura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gauripur to Morakura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Morakura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morakura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morakura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morakura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morakura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morakura
Where is Morakura located?
Morakura village is located in Golakganj Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morakura?
The Gram Panchayat of Morakura is Moterjhar.
What is the pincode of Morakura?
The pincode of Morakura is 783334.
What is the population of Morakura?
Morakura had a total population of 479, including 243 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Morakura?
Morakura had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morakura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morakura was 75.06%. Male literacy was 85.65% and female literacy was 63.45%.