Morara - Merta, Nagaur
Morara is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Morara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morara is 083207. The village covers a total geographical area of 1823 hectares and falls under the 341510 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Morara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Merta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morara
As per Census 2011, Morara village has a total population of 1,977 people, consisting of 991 males and 986 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,062 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 525 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 991 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 131 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 525 | 268 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 663 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 328 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Morara
Morara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhadhlas Uda | East | 2.24 km |
| Pharaspura | West | 2.31 km |
| Dotolai | North | 3.38 km |
| Morari Goda | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Dholerao Kalan | South | 3.70 km |
| Dhadhlas Jalap | South | 3.79 km |
| Megadand | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Jalwana | East | 4.51 km |
| Basani Sumer Mangliya | West | 4.72 km |
| Kheri Champa | North-East | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morara
Morara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ren, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Merta City to Morara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Morara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morara 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 Morara
Where is Morara located?
Morara village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morara?
Morara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morara?
The pincode of Morara is 341510.
What is the population of Morara?
Morara has a total population of 1,977, including 991 males and 986 females.
How many households are there in Morara?
There are 440 households in Morara.
What is the literacy rate in Morara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morara is 53.72%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 40.47%.