Mora - Rajgir, Nalanda
Mora is a village situated in the Rajgir subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgir and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Meyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mora is 245050. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 803116 pincode. Rajgir is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalanda Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mora
According to the 2011 Census, Mora village had a total population of 982 people, including 511 males and 471 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 59.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 982 | 511 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 89 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 340 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 171 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Mora
Mora 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 Mora
Mora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mora has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajgir to Mora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Mora is about 29 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 Mora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mora
Where is Mora located?
Mora village is located in Rajgir Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mora?
The Gram Panchayat of Mora is Meyar.
What is the pincode of Mora?
The pincode of Mora is 803116.
What is the population of Mora?
Mora had a total population of 982, including 511 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Mora?
Mora had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mora was 70.45%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 59.21%.