Morkhana Aguna - Nokha, Bikaner
Morkhana Aguna is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Morkhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkhana Aguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhana Aguna is 069602. The village covers a total geographical area of 1154 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morkhana Aguna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkhana Aguna
As per Census 2011, Morkhana Aguna village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 760 males and 661 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 501 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkhana Aguna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 760 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 363 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 345 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 415 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhana Aguna
Morkhana Aguna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhu | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Morkhana Athuna | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Gajroopdesar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Baniya | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Bhom Kirtasar | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Kirtasar | South-West | 6.22 km |
| Manaksar | South | 6.45 km |
| Kukaniya | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Sowa | West | 7.60 km |
| Jaisingh Desar Kaliyan | North-East | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhana Aguna
Morkhana Aguna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nokha to Morkhana Aguna is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Morkhana Aguna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkhana Aguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhana Aguna 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Morkhana Aguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkhana Aguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morkhana Aguna
Where is Morkhana Aguna located?
Morkhana Aguna village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhana Aguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkhana Aguna is Morkhana.
What is the pincode of Morkhana Aguna?
The pincode of Morkhana Aguna is 334801.
What is the population of Morkhana Aguna?
Morkhana Aguna has a total population of 1,421, including 760 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Morkhana Aguna?
There are 216 households in Morkhana Aguna.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhana Aguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhana Aguna is 35.26%. Male literacy is 45.39% and female literacy is 23.60%.