Megwalon Ki Dhani - Sindhari, Balotra
Megwalon Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from Gudha Malani and around 76 km from Barmer. Nehro Ki Dhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megwalon Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 087940. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.21 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Megwalon Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megwalon Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Megwalon Ki Dhani village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 307 males and 297 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megwalon Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 307 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 182 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 125 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Megwalon Ki Dhani
Megwalon Ki Dhani 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 Megwalon Ki Dhani
Megwalon Ki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Megwalon Ki Dhani is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megwalon Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megwalon Ki Dhani 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 Megwalon Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megwalon Ki Dhani 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 Megwalon Ki Dhani
Where is Megwalon Ki Dhani located?
Megwalon Ki Dhani village is located in Sindhari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Megwalon Ki Dhani is Nehro Ki Dhani.
What is the pincode of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 344033.
What is the population of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
Megwalon Ki Dhani has a total population of 604, including 307 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Megwalon Ki Dhani?
There are 105 households in Megwalon Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Megwalon Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 47.02%. Male literacy is 59.28% and female literacy is 34.34%.