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
As per Census 2011, Morana village has a total population of 959 people, consisting of 496 males and 463 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 496 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 959, including 496 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Morana?
There are 194 households in Morana.
What is the literacy rate in Morana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morana is 51.93%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 37.80%.