Meghpar - Jasdan, Rajkot
Meghpar is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Meghpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpar is 513189. The village covers a total geographical area of 888.19 hectares and falls under the 360045 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Meghpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghpar
As per Census 2011, Meghpar village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 388 males and 429 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 388 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 473 | 239 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 149 | 195 |
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
Public transport in the Meghpar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Meghpar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Meghpar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Meghpar
Where is Meghpar located?
Meghpar village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot 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 360045.
What is the population of Meghpar?
Meghpar has a total population of 817, including 388 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Meghpar?
There are 197 households in Meghpar.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpar is 57.89%. Male literacy is 61.60% and female literacy is 54.55%.