Morana - Digod, Kota
Morana is a village situated in the Digod tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digod and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Jhadgao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morana is 101873. The village covers a total geographical area of 957.68 hectares and falls under the 325204 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Morana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipalda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morana
According to the 2011 Census, Morana village had a total population of 959 people, including 496 males and 463 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.44%, with male literacy at 76.72% and female literacy at 43.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 959 | 496 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 323 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 173 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Morana
Morana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madariya | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 1.99 km |
| Kunethiya | North | 2.62 km |
| Jhargaon | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Jhonpariya | South | 3.32 km |
| Lakh Saneeja | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Kherli Bandha | West | 3.42 km |
| Narpatkheri | East | 4.27 km |
| Peepalda Sand | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Baldeopura | North-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Morana. The nearest railway station is Ghataka Varana, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kota to Morana is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Morana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morana
Where is Morana located?
Morana village is located in Digod Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morana?
The Gram Panchayat of Morana is Jhadgao.
What is the pincode of Morana?
The pincode of Morana is 325204.
What is the population of Morana?
Morana had a total population of 959, including 496 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Morana?
Morana had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morana was 60.44%. Male literacy was 76.72% and female literacy was 43.42%.