Morkona - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Morkona is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Betasing and around 45 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkona is 273677. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkona
According to the 2011 Census, Morkona village had a total population of 253 people, including 131 males and 122 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.14%, with male literacy at 83.18% and female literacy at 56.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 89 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Morkona
Morkona 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 Morkona
Morkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tura to Morkona is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkona 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkona 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Morkona
Where is Morkona located?
Morkona village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Morkona?
The pincode of Morkona is 794115.
What is the population of Morkona?
Morkona had a total population of 253, including 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Morkona?
Morkona had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkona was 70.14%. Male literacy was 83.18% and female literacy was 56.73%.