Morkhedi - Bamori, Guna
Morkhedi is a village situated in the Bamori tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bamori and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Dehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhedi is 499007. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 473105 pincode. Guna is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Morkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Morkhedi village had a total population of 311 people, including 150 males and 161 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 69.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhedi
Morkhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dehra | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Lapchora | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Khadela | South | 2.20 km |
| Nonpura | East | 2.35 km |
| Madhi Kheda | South | 3.31 km |
| Hinotiya | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Ratai | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Karamda | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Pipalkhedi (machhriya) | South | 3.96 km |
| Dongarpur | North-East | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Morkhedi. The nearest railway station is Taravata, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guna to Morkhedi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkhedi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morkhedi
Where is Morkhedi located?
Morkhedi village is located in Bamori Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkhedi is Dehra.
What is the pincode of Morkhedi?
The pincode of Morkhedi is 473105.
What is the population of Morkhedi?
Morkhedi had a total population of 311, including 150 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Morkhedi?
Morkhedi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhedi was 74.89%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 69.49%.