Mornaula - Jainti, Almora
Mornaula is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tarani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mornaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mornaula is 053468. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.53 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mornaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mornaula
According to the 2011 Census, Mornaula village had a total population of 53 people, including 32 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 656 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mornaula
Mornaula 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 Mornaula
Mornaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Almora to Mornaula is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mornaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mornaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mornaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mornaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mornaula
Where is Mornaula located?
Mornaula village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mornaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Mornaula is Tarani.
What is the pincode of Mornaula?
The pincode of Mornaula is 263626.
What is the population of Mornaula?
Mornaula had a total population of 53, including 32 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Mornaula?
Mornaula had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mornaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mornaula was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.50%.