Morkheda - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Morkheda is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Morkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkheda is 469808. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.46 hectares and falls under the 458990 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Morkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Morkheda village had a total population of 657 people, including 340 males and 317 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 59.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 657 | 340 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 267 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 73 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Morkheda
Morkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodiya | West | 1.18 km |
| Kamalpura | West | 2.43 km |
| Suriyakheda | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Handi | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Patlasi Chhoti | East | 3.24 km |
| Kammakhedi | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Dammakhedi | South | 4.37 km |
| Bilantri | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Surkheda | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Khoti | North-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkheda
Morkheda 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 Dalauda, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.8 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 Sitamau to Morkheda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Morkheda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkheda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkheda 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 Morkheda
Where is Morkheda located?
Morkheda village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkheda?
Morkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morkheda?
The pincode of Morkheda is 458990.
What is the population of Morkheda?
Morkheda had a total population of 657, including 340 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Morkheda?
Morkheda had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkheda was 75.97%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 59.93%.