Morinda ( R ) - Morinda, Rupnagar
Morinda ( R ) is a village situated in the Morinda tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from Chamkaur Sahib and around 10 km from Rupnagar. Morinda Rural serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morinda ( R ) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morinda ( R ) is 038956. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 140101 pincode. Morinda is the nearest town.
Morinda ( R ) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morinda ( R )
According to the 2011 Census, Morinda ( R ) village had a total population of 947 people, including 468 males and 479 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.96%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 53.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 946.
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 | 947 | 468 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 467 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 326 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 142 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Morinda ( R )
Morinda ( R ) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanjala | West | 1.96 km |
| Ramgarh Mandan | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Ram Bagh | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Datarpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Rangian | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Bangian | North | 2.31 km |
| Sakhon Majra | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Rampur Mehrab | West | 2.82 km |
| Saheri | North | 2.92 km |
| Shahpur | South | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morinda ( R )
Morinda ( R ) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Morinda, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Morinda ( R ) is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morinda ( R )
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morinda ( R ) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Morinda ( R )
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morinda ( R ) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Morinda ( R )
Where is Morinda ( R ) located?
Morinda ( R ) village is located in Morinda Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morinda ( R )?
The Gram Panchayat of Morinda ( R ) is Morinda Rural.
What is the pincode of Morinda ( R )?
The pincode of Morinda ( R ) is 140101.
What is the population of Morinda ( R )?
Morinda ( R ) had a total population of 947, including 468 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Morinda ( R )?
Morinda ( R ) had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morinda ( R )?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morinda ( R ) was 67.96%. Male literacy was 83.80% and female literacy was 53.03%.