Morda - Balghat, Karauli
Morda is a village situated in the Balghat tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from Todabhim and around 64 km from Karauli. Morda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morda is 076275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1211.06 hectares and falls under the 322238 pincode. Todabhim is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Morda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morda
According to the 2011 Census, Morda village had a total population of 5,409 people, including 2,898 males and 2,511 females, living in 965 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 83.26% and female literacy at 48.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,667, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 5,409 | 2,898 | 2,511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 860 | 443 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,667 | 1,421 | 1,246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 198 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 3,069 | 2,044 | 1,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,340 | 854 | 1,486 |
Nearby Villages of Morda
Morda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morda
Public transport in the Morda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Todabhim to Morda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Morda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morda
Where is Morda located?
Morda village is located in Balghat Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morda?
Morda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morda?
The pincode of Morda is 322238.
What is the population of Morda?
Morda had a total population of 5,409, including 2,898 males and 2,511 females.
How many households are there in Morda?
Morda had 965 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morda was 67.47%. Male literacy was 83.26% and female literacy was 48.95%.