Morkhurd - Mawana, Meerut
Morkhurd is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Morkhurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkhurd is 118774. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.17 hectares and falls under the 250404 pincode.
Morkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morkhurd
As per Census 2011, Morkhurd village has a total population of 3,847 people, consisting of 2,028 males and 1,819 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,269 literate and 1,578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,847 | 2,028 | 1,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 345 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 349 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 2,269 | 1,376 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,578 | 652 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Morkhurd
Morkhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadarpur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Mohammadpur Shakist | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Jamalpur-meghrajpur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Jalalpur Raunakali | East | 1.97 km |
| Mor Kalan | West | 2.15 km |
| Mohammadpur Kheri | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Jeetpur | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Saifpur Firojpur | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Hashampur | North | 3.32 km |
| Shahpur Sultanpur | East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkhurd
Morkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bijnor, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 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 Meerut to Morkhurd is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkhurd 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Morkhurd
Where is Morkhurd located?
Morkhurd village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkhurd?
Morkhurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morkhurd?
The pincode of Morkhurd is 250404.
What is the population of Morkhurd?
Morkhurd has a total population of 3,847, including 2,028 males and 1,819 females.
How many households are there in Morkhurd?
There are 640 households in Morkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Morkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkhurd is 58.98%. Male literacy is 67.85% and female literacy is 49.09%.