Morla - Malpura, Tonk
Morla is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Morala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morla is 092547. The village covers a total geographical area of 2151.91 hectares and falls under the 304503 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Morla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morla
As per Census 2011, Morla village has a total population of 3,229 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,595 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,359 literate and 1,870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,229 | 1,634 | 1,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 235 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 359 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 903 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,870 | 731 | 1,139 |
Nearby Villages of Morla
Morla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suwadiyari | West | 2.31 km |
| Kali Hardiya | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Badgaon @ Jarkhiya | South | 3.73 km |
| Amarpura | East | 3.86 km |
| Sotwara | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Thari | North | 4.27 km |
| Kuhara | West | 4.76 km |
| Lari | North | 4.89 km |
| Antoli | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Adoosya | South-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Morla. The nearest railway station is Gahlota, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| 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 Malpura to Morla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Morla is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morla 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 Morla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morla
Where is Morla located?
Morla village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morla?
The Gram Panchayat of Morla is Morala.
What is the pincode of Morla?
The pincode of Morla is 304503.
What is the population of Morla?
Morla has a total population of 3,229, including 1,634 males and 1,595 females.
How many households are there in Morla?
There are 551 households in Morla.
What is the literacy rate in Morla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morla is 42.09%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 28.59%.