Morkhana Athuna - Nokha, Bikaner
Morkhana Athuna 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 Athuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhana Athuna is 069603. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Morkhana Athuna 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 Athuna
As per Census 2011, Morkhana Athuna village has a total population of 1,112 people, consisting of 604 males and 508 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkhana Athuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 604 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 160 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 288 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 316 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhana Athuna
Morkhana Athuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhom Kirtasar | South | 2.86 km |
| Morkhana Aguna | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Kirtasar | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Gajroopdesar | North | 3.57 km |
| Sindhu | East | 4.46 km |
| Sowa | West | 5.12 km |
| Manaksar | South | 5.21 km |
| Baniya | North-East | 7.39 km |
| Sinjguru | South | 7.93 km |
| Kukaniya | East | 8.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhana Athuna
Morkhana Athuna 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 37.8 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 Athuna is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Morkhana Athuna 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 Athuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhana Athuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morkhana Athuna
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 Athuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morkhana Athuna
Where is Morkhana Athuna located?
Morkhana Athuna village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhana Athuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkhana Athuna is Morkhana.
What is the pincode of Morkhana Athuna?
The pincode of Morkhana Athuna is 334801.
What is the population of Morkhana Athuna?
Morkhana Athuna has a total population of 1,112, including 604 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Morkhana Athuna?
There are 180 households in Morkhana Athuna.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhana Athuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhana Athuna is 37.05%. Male literacy is 47.68% and female literacy is 24.41%.