Morkhed Bk. - Malkapur, Buldhana
Morkhed Bk. is a village situated in the Malkapur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Malkapur and around 48 km from Buldana. Morkhed Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkhed Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhed Bk. is 528647. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.24 hectares and falls under the 443101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morkhed Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morkhed Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Morkhed Bk. village had a total population of 1,116 people, including 584 males and 532 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.16%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 84.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 1,116 | 584 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 477 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 107 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhed Bk.
Morkhed Bk. 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 Morkhed Bk.
Morkhed Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Morkhed Bk. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Morkhed Bk. is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkhed Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhed Bk. 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Morkhed Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkhed Bk. 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 Morkhed Bk.
Where is Morkhed Bk. located?
Morkhed Bk. village is located in Malkapur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhed Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkhed Bk. is Morkhed Bk.
What is the pincode of Morkhed Bk.?
The pincode of Morkhed Bk. is 443101.
What is the population of Morkhed Bk.?
Morkhed Bk. had a total population of 1,116, including 584 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Morkhed Bk.?
Morkhed Bk. had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhed Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhed Bk. was 89.16%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 84.22%.