Meghpar - Maliya, Morbi
Meghpar is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Maliya and around 90 km from Rajkot. Meghpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpar is 512626. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.78 hectares and falls under the 363670 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Meghpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghpar
As per Census 2011, Meghpar village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 657 males and 654 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 657 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 533 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 124 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Meghpar
Meghpar 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 Meghpar
Meghpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Meghpar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maliya to Meghpar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Meghpar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghpar 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 Meghpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meghpar
Where is Meghpar located?
Meghpar village is located in Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghpar?
Meghpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghpar?
The pincode of Meghpar is 363670.
What is the population of Meghpar?
Meghpar has a total population of 1,311, including 657 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Meghpar?
There are 301 households in Meghpar.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpar is 76.51%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 71.87%.