Morudhana - Athner, Betul
Morudhana is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Morudhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morudhana is 485494. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.995 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Morudhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morudhana
As per Census 2011, Morudhana village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 286 males and 223 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 779 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 498 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morudhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 286 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 498 | 279 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 128 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 158 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Morudhana
Morudhana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukwa | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Kondhar | East | 2.94 km |
| Borpend | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Pachumri | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Panbehra | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Pachamahu | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Gondi Dhanori | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Hidli | North | 5.67 km |
| Amrai | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Dudar Ryt. | North-East | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morudhana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morudhana. The nearest railway station is Pala, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Morudhana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Morudhana is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morudhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morudhana 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morudhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morudhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morudhana
Where is Morudhana located?
Morudhana village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morudhana?
Morudhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morudhana?
The pincode of Morudhana is 460110.
What is the population of Morudhana?
Morudhana has a total population of 509, including 286 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Morudhana?
There are 85 households in Morudhana.
What is the literacy rate in Morudhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morudhana is 34.38%. Male literacy is 44.76% and female literacy is 21.08%.