Morkhi - Mihona, Bhind
Morkhi is a village situated in the Mihona tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mihona and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Morkhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhi is 453534. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.52 hectares and falls under the 477441 pincode. Mihona is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morkhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkhi
As per Census 2011, Morkhi village has a total population of 1,908 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 860 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,908 | 1,048 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 143 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,224 | 690 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 741 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 307 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhi
Morkhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahroli | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Biswari | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Karmara | South | 2.29 km |
| Surghan | West | 2.76 km |
| Machkachha | East | 2.84 km |
| Bhakoti | West | 3.15 km |
| Mahova | South | 3.55 km |
| Umrela | North | 3.76 km |
| Machhand | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Gudha | South-West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhi
Morkhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mihona to Morkhi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Morkhi is about 64 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 Morkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morkhi
Where is Morkhi located?
Morkhi village is located in Mihona Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhi?
Morkhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morkhi?
The pincode of Morkhi is 477441.
What is the population of Morkhi?
Morkhi has a total population of 1,908, including 1,048 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Morkhi?
There are 434 households in Morkhi.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhi is 57.18%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 40.70%.