Mortakka - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mortakka is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mortakkamafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mortakka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mortakka is 505936. The village covers a total geographical area of 725 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Omkareshwar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mortakka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mortakka
According to the 2011 Census, Mortakka village had a total population of 4,135 people, including 2,121 males and 2,014 females, living in 853 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 79.90% and female literacy at 53.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 647, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 4,135 | 2,121 | 2,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 305 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 328 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 2,383 | 1,451 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,752 | 670 | 1,082 |
Nearby Villages of Mortakka
Mortakka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mortakka
Mortakka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mortakka has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Omkareshwar to Mortakka is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mortakka is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mortakka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mortakka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mortakka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mortakka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mortakka
Where is Mortakka located?
Mortakka village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mortakka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mortakka is Mortakkamafi.
What is the pincode of Mortakka?
The pincode of Mortakka is 450554.
What is the population of Mortakka?
Mortakka had a total population of 4,135, including 2,121 males and 2,014 females.
How many households are there in Mortakka?
Mortakka had 853 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mortakka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mortakka was 67.09%. Male literacy was 79.90% and female literacy was 53.69%.