Morkhandi
Morkhandi is a village located in Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Basavakalyan (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Moorkhandi is the gram panchayat of Morkhandi village.
Morkhandi has its own place in the vibrant Bidar 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 Morkhandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morkhandi is 599749. The village spans a total geographical area of 2342.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585327. Basavakalyan is nearest town to Morkhandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morkhandi 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 Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bidar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Morkhandi
Population of Morkhandi
Below is a concise population overview of Morkhandi 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 | 5,140 | 2,576 | 2,564 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 393 | 328 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,483 | 751 | 732 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 801 | 788 |
Literate Population | 2,839 | 1,608 | 1,231 |
Illiterate Population | 2,301 | 968 | 1,333 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Morkhandi village:
- The total population of Morkhandi village is around 5,140, including approximately 2,576 males and 2,564 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 721 children aged 0–6 years in Morkhandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Morkhandi village has 1,483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,589 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Morkhandi village is about 55.23%, with male literacy at 62.42% and female literacy at 48.01%.
- There are around 992 households in Morkhandi village.
Connectivity of Morkhandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morkhandi. As per the 2011 stats, Morkhandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morkhandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Morkhandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morkhandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morkhandi
- Where is Morkhandi located?
- Morkhandi village is situated in Basavakalyan Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morkhandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morkhandi is Moorkhandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morkhandi?
- The pincode of Morkhandi is 585327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morkhandi is 5,140, with 2,576 males and 2,564 females.
- How many households are there in Morkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morkhandi village has a total of 992 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morkhandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morkhandi is 55.23%. The male literacy rate is 62.42%, while the female literacy rate is 48.01%.