Morkaranje
Morkaranje is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Khanapur is the gram panchayat of Morkaranje village.
Morkaranje has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Morkaranje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morkaranje is 525930. The village spans a total geographical area of 1094.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425426. Nawapur is nearest town to Morkaranje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Morkaranje village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Morkaranje
Below is a concise population overview of Morkaranje as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 464 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 463 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 280 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 184 | 236 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Morkaranje village:
- The total population of Morkaranje village is around 929, including approximately 464 males and 465 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Morkaranje village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Morkaranje village has 927 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Morkaranje village is about 54.79%, with male literacy at 60.34% and female literacy at 49.25%.
- There are around 197 households in Morkaranje village.
Connectivity of Morkaranje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morkaranje. As per the 2011 stats, Morkaranje had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Morkaranje
Knowing the nearby villages of Morkaranje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morkaranje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Morkaranje
- Where is Morkaranje located?
- Morkaranje village is situated in Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Morkaranje?
- The Gram Panchayat of Morkaranje is Khanapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Morkaranje?
- The pincode of Morkaranje is 425426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Morkaranje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morkaranje is 929, with 464 males and 465 females.
- How many households are there in Morkaranje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Morkaranje village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Morkaranje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morkaranje is 54.79%. The male literacy rate is 60.34%, while the female literacy rate is 49.25%.