Morni Block
Morni is a village and tourist attraction in the Morni Hills at the height of 1,267 metres (4,157 ft) in the Panchkula district of the Indian state of Haryana. It is located around 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Chandigarh, 35 kilometres (22 mi) from Panchkula city and is known for its Himalayan views, flora, and lakes. The name of Morni is believed to derive from a queen who once ruled the area two thousand years back. She was said to be a just and noble ruler. Morni was also a jagir of Raja Mir Syed Muhammad Baquar Ali Khan.
There is a two thousand year old fort in the Morni area, which was built by Queen Morni. Local folk songs mention how noble and just was queen Morni. The hills are covered by pine trees, and are popular trekking locations. The fort also has a museum built in fy 2017-18.
Forests Department of Haryana has converted the fort into a museum and nature study centre which houses old photographs of the fort, endangered birds and animals, awareness of dangers of plastic, etc.
Sr.No | Gram Panchayat Name |
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1) | Baladwala |
2) | Baloti |
3) | Bhoj Balig |
4) | Bhoj Darda |
5) | Bhoj Jabyal |
6) | Bhoj Koti |
7) | Bhoj Kudana |
8) | Bhoj Naita |
9) | Bhoj Palasra |
10) | Bhoj Ponta |
11) | Bhoj Rajpura |
12) | Bhoj Tipra |
13) | Bhudi |
14) | Dabsu |
15) | Dharla |
16) | Dudhgarh |
17) | Mashyun |
18) | Sabilpur |
19) | Rajitikri |
20) | Thandog |
21) | Tikkar |
22) | Uttron |
23) | Thapli |