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.
Morkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkona
As per Census 2011, Morkona village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 131 males and 122 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 253, including 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Morkona?
There are 65 households in Morkona.
What is the literacy rate in Morkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkona is 58.50%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 48.36%.