Morkha
Morkha is a village located in Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chaurai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Morkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Morkha unique in its vibrant Chaurai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Morkha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Morkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morkha is 494323. The village spans a total geographical area of 550.12 hectares. Chaurai Khas is nearest town to Morkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Morkha
Population of Morkha
According to the 2011 Census, Morkha has a total population of about 1,564, with approximately 782 males and 782 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 161. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.95%, with male literacy at about 63.55% and female literacy near 48.34%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,564 | 782 | 782 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
Literate Population | 875 | 497 | 378 |
Illiterate Population | 689 | 285 | 404 |
Connectivity of Morkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morkha. As per the 2011 stats, Morkha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Morkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Morkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morkha
- Where is Morkha located?
- Morkha village is situated in Chaurai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morkha?
- Morkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Morkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morkha is 1,564, with 782 males and 782 females.
- How many households are there in Morkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morkha village has a total of 371 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morkha is 55.95%. The male literacy rate is 63.55%, while the female literacy rate is 48.34%.