Morala - Baytoo, Barmer
Morala is a village situated in the Baytoo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baytoo and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kolu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morala is 086999. The village covers a total geographical area of 1176.9 hectares and falls under the 344034 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Morala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morala
As per Census 2011, Morala village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 481 males and 435 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 481 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 341 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 140 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Morala
Morala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishne Ka Tala | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Lilasar | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Umaniyon Daukiyon Ki Dhani | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Mehrajoniyon Ki Beri | West | 3.51 km |
| Koloo | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Hemoniyon Ka Tala | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Narsali Nadi | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Pabusara | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Durgoniyon Ka Tala | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Kosariya | South-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morala
Morala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baytu, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Morala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morala
Where is Morala located?
Morala village is located in Baytoo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morala?
The Gram Panchayat of Morala is Kolu.
What is the pincode of Morala?
The pincode of Morala is 344034.
What is the population of Morala?
Morala has a total population of 916, including 481 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Morala?
There are 156 households in Morala.
What is the literacy rate in Morala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morala is 58.08%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 43.91%.