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.
Here you can discover what makes Morkona unique in its vibrant Betasing-West Garo Hills region. You’ll see Morkona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Morkona
Population of Morkona
According to the 2011 Census, Morkona has a total population of about 253, with approximately 131 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.50%, with male literacy at about 67.94% and female literacy near 48.36%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Morkona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.