Moharchhera - Teliamura, Khowai
Moharchhera is a village situated in the Teliamura subdivision of Khowai district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Teliamura and around 52 km from Agartala. Jagannathbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moharchhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moharchhera is 271955. The village covers a total geographical area of 863 hectares and falls under the 799203 pincode. Teliamura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Moharchhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teliamura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moharchhera
As per Census 2011, Moharchhera village has a total population of 9,171 people, consisting of 4,620 males and 4,551 females. The village has 2,277 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,020 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,368 literate and 1,803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moharchhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,171 | 4,620 | 4,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,020 | 513 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,270 | 1,667 | 1,603 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,172 | 1,067 | 1,105 |
| Literate Population | 7,368 | 3,875 | 3,493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,803 | 745 | 1,058 |
Nearby Villages of Moharchhera
Moharchhera 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 Moharchhera
Moharchhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Moharchhera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Teliamura to Moharchhera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Moharchhera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moharchhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moharchhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moharchhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moharchhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Moharchhera
Where is Moharchhera located?
Moharchhera village is located in Teliamura Subdivision, Khowai district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moharchhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Moharchhera is Jagannathbari.
What is the pincode of Moharchhera?
The pincode of Moharchhera is 799203.
What is the population of Moharchhera?
Moharchhera has a total population of 9,171, including 4,620 males and 4,551 females.
How many households are there in Moharchhera?
There are 2,277 households in Moharchhera.
What is the literacy rate in Moharchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moharchhera is 80.34%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 76.75%.