Morkheri - Chhabra, Baran
Morkheri is a village situated in the Chhabra tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhabra and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Jepla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkheri is 103487. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 325220 pincode. Chhabra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Morkheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morkheri
According to the 2011 Census, Morkheri village had a total population of 16 people, including 7 males and 9 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Morkheri
Morkheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammodpur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Ashapura | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Jepla | West | 1.92 km |
| Manak Chowk | South | 1.96 km |
| Khana Kheri | North | 2.26 km |
| Rooparel | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Bor Kheri | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Subhanpur Kadeem | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Bapcha | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Sevan Kheri | East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkheri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Morkheri. The nearest railway station is Bhulon, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhabra to Morkheri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baran to Morkheri is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkheri 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 Morkheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkheri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morkheri
Where is Morkheri located?
Morkheri village is located in Chhabra Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkheri is Jepla.
What is the pincode of Morkheri?
The pincode of Morkheri is 325220.
What is the population of Morkheri?
Morkheri had a total population of 16, including 7 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Morkheri?
Morkheri had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morkheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkheri was 69.23%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 57.14%.