Morauni - Shikarpur, Bulandshahr
Morauni is a village situated in the Shikarpur tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikarpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Morauni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morauni is 121334. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.346 hectares and falls under the 203001 pincode. Shikarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Morauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Morauni
According to the 2011 Census, Morauni village had a total population of 1,755 people, including 921 males and 834 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 57.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,235.
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 | 1,755 | 921 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 167 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,235 | 640 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 692 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 229 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Morauni
Morauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Azampur Dariapur | East | 1.42 km |
| Poroli | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Hurthala | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ragsonth | East | 1.83 km |
| Allipur | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Kelana | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Paharpur Surjawali | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Anchar Kalan | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Murtzabad Bhatwara | West | 2.72 km |
| Poothri Khurd | North-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morauni
Morauni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maman, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shikarpur to Morauni is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Morauni is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morauni 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 Morauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Morauni
Where is Morauni located?
Morauni village is located in Shikarpur Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Morauni?
Morauni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morauni?
The pincode of Morauni is 203001.
What is the population of Morauni?
Morauni had a total population of 1,755, including 921 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Morauni?
Morauni had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morauni was 75.59%. Male literacy was 91.78% and female literacy was 57.54%.