Meghpura - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Meghpura is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Tharad and around 96 km from Palanpur. Meghpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpura is 507537. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.96 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Meghpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghpura
As per Census 2011, Meghpura village has a total population of 1,385 people, consisting of 716 males and 669 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,385 | 716 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 439 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 277 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Meghpura
Meghpura 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 Meghpura
Public transport in the Meghpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Meghpura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Meghpura is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghpura 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghpura
Where is Meghpura located?
Meghpura village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghpura?
Meghpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghpura?
The pincode of Meghpura is 385310.
What is the population of Meghpura?
Meghpura has a total population of 1,385, including 716 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Meghpura?
There are 229 households in Meghpura.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpura is 50.25%. Male literacy is 61.31% and female literacy is 38.42%.