Morkhed - Digras, Yavatmal
Morkhed is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Khekadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhed is 542665. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.25 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Morkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkhed
As per Census 2011, Morkhed village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 369 males and 384 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 501 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 526 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 369 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 250 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 268 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 101 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhed
Morkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadegaon | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Gandhinagar | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Dhanora Bk. | West | 3.51 km |
| Harsul Khand 1 | North | 3.99 km |
| Laygavhan | East | 3.99 km |
| Mandwa | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Panchala | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Waroli | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Soijana | West | 5.17 km |
| Waigaul | South-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhed
Public transport in the Morkhed is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Morkhed is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Morkhed is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morkhed
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morkhed
Where is Morkhed located?
Morkhed village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkhed is Khekadi.
What is the pincode of Morkhed?
The pincode of Morkhed is 445203.
What is the population of Morkhed?
Morkhed has a total population of 753, including 369 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Morkhed?
There are 205 households in Morkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhed is 66.53%. Male literacy is 72.63% and female literacy is 60.68%.