Morcha Khedi - Biaora, Rajgarh
Morcha Khedi is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Morchakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morcha Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morcha Khedi is 479694. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.44 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morcha Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morcha Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Morcha Khedi village had a total population of 1,259 people, including 672 males and 587 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.59%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 38.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 1,259 | 672 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 466 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 206 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Morcha Khedi
Morcha Khedi 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 Morcha Khedi
Morcha Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Morcha Khedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Morcha Khedi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Morcha Khedi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morcha Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morcha Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morcha Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morcha Khedi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morcha Khedi
Where is Morcha Khedi located?
Morcha Khedi village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morcha Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Morcha Khedi is Morchakhedi.
What is the pincode of Morcha Khedi?
The pincode of Morcha Khedi is 465674.
What is the population of Morcha Khedi?
Morcha Khedi had a total population of 1,259, including 672 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Morcha Khedi?
Morcha Khedi had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morcha Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morcha Khedi was 59.59%. Male literacy was 78.32% and female literacy was 38.20%.