Moraon - Bokhara, Sitamarhi
Moraon is a village situated in the Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokhara and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Madhusudanpur Dumri Urf Mahisautha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moraon is 219804. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 843318 pincode. Pupri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Moraon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Moraon
According to the 2011 Census, Moraon village had a total population of 709 people, including 370 males and 339 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.22%, with male literacy at 54.24% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 709 | 370 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 160 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 210 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Moraon
Moraon 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 Moraon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Moraon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Moraon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Pupri to Moraon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Moraon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moraon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Moraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moraon 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moraon
Where is Moraon located?
Moraon village is located in Bokhara Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Moraon is Madhusudanpur Dumri Urf Mahisautha.
What is the pincode of Moraon?
The pincode of Moraon is 843318.
What is the population of Moraon?
Moraon had a total population of 709, including 370 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Moraon?
Moraon had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moraon was 52.22%. Male literacy was 54.24% and female literacy was 50.00%.