Meghpura - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Meghpura is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Vav and around 95 km from Palanpur. Radosan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpura is 507432. The village falls under the 385570 pincode. Tharad 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 Vav 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 488 people, consisting of 241 males and 247 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 241 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 158 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 83 | 154 |
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 | 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 Tharad 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 95 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meghpura
Where is Meghpura located?
Meghpura village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghpura is Radosan.
What is the pincode of Meghpura?
The pincode of Meghpura is 385570.
What is the population of Meghpura?
Meghpura has a total population of 488, including 241 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Meghpura?
There are 85 households in Meghpura.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpura is 51.43%. Male literacy is 65.56% and female literacy is 37.65%.