Morkona

Morkona is a village located in Betasing subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Betasing (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Tura.

Morkona has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills 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 Morkona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Morkona is 273677. Betasing is nearest town to Morkona village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Morkona

Below is a concise population overview of Morkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 253 131 122
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 24 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 253 131 122
Literate Population 148 89 59
Illiterate Population 105 42 63

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Morkona village:

  • The total population of Morkona village is around 253, including approximately 131 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Morkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Morkona village has 253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Morkona village is about 58.50%, with male literacy at 67.94% and female literacy at 48.36%.
  • There are around 65 households in Morkona village.

Connectivity of Morkona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Morkona. As per the 2011 stats, Morkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Morkona

Knowing the nearby villages of Morkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Morkona.

Watregre Dakupara Dingjor Chondonpara Deokashra Ulubari Sonamite Alekapara Saptoka Tokonchi

Frequently Asked Questions about Morkona

Where is Morkona located?
Morkona village is situated in Betasing Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Morkona?
The pincode of Morkona is 794115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Morkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Morkona is 253, with 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Morkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Morkona village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Morkona is 58.50%. The male literacy rate is 67.94%, while the female literacy rate is 48.36%.