Morkanda
Morkanda is a village located in Jamnagar taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from Jamnagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Morkanda village. As per 2009 stats, Morkanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Morkanda has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Morkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morkanda is 513607. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361120. Jamnagar is nearest town to Morkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morkanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morkanda
Population of Morkanda
Below is a concise population overview of Morkanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,459 | 2,327 | 2,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 303 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 324 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,273 | 1,800 | 1,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 527 | 659 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Morkanda village:
- The total population of Morkanda village is around 4,459, including approximately 2,327 males and 2,132 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 550 children aged 0–6 years in Morkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Morkanda village has 600 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Morkanda village is about 73.40%, with male literacy at 77.35% and female literacy at 69.09%.
- There are around 792 households in Morkanda village.
Connectivity of Morkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Morkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Morkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morkanda
- Where is Morkanda located?
- Morkanda village is situated in Jamnagar Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morkanda?
- Morkanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Morkanda?
- The pincode of Morkanda is 361120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morkanda is 4,459, with 2,327 males and 2,132 females.
- How many households are there in Morkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morkanda village has a total of 792 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morkanda is 73.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.35%, while the female literacy rate is 69.09%.