Morauna - Marauna, Supaul
Morauna is a village situated in the Marauna subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marauna and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Marauna North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morauna is 221285. The village covers a total geographical area of 1436 hectares and falls under the 852133 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Morauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morauna
As per Census 2011, Morauna village has a total population of 19,386 people, consisting of 9,836 males and 9,550 females. The village has 4,154 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,065 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,953 literate and 11,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,386 | 9,836 | 9,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,065 | 2,047 | 2,018 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,296 | 1,151 | 1,145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 7,953 | 5,052 | 2,901 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,433 | 4,784 | 6,649 |
Nearby Villages of Morauna
Morauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusmaul | West | 0.93 km |
| Janardanpur | West | 2.46 km |
| Bela | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Rupauli | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Chandargarh | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Kamrail | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Gonaura | East | 3.53 km |
| Sarauni | West | 3.64 km |
| Chunni | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Dara | South-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morauna
Morauna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Supaul to Morauna is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morauna
Where is Morauna located?
Morauna village is located in Marauna Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Morauna is Marauna North.
What is the pincode of Morauna?
The pincode of Morauna is 852133.
What is the population of Morauna?
Morauna has a total population of 19,386, including 9,836 males and 9,550 females.
How many households are there in Morauna?
There are 4,154 households in Morauna.
What is the literacy rate in Morauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morauna is 41.02%. Male literacy is 51.36% and female literacy is 30.38%.