Meghasar
Meghasar is a village located in Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chohtan (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Uparla is the gram panchayat of Meghasar village.
Here you can discover what makes Meghasar unique in its vibrant Chohtan-Barmer region. You’ll see Meghasar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meghasar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghasar is 088642. The village spans a total geographical area of 988 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344702. Barmer is nearest town to Meghasar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meghasar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meghasar
Population of Meghasar
According to the 2011 Census, Meghasar has a total population of about 381, with approximately 210 males and 171 females. The sex ratio is around 814 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.08%, with male literacy at about 39.05% and female literacy near 14.62%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghasar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 381 | 210 | 171 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 107 | 82 | 25 |
Illiterate Population | 274 | 128 | 146 |
Connectivity of Meghasar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghasar. As per the 2011 stats, Meghasar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghasar
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghasar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghasar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghasar
- Where is Meghasar located?
- Meghasar village is situated in Chohtan Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghasar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meghasar is Uparla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meghasar?
- The pincode of Meghasar is 344702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghasar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghasar is 381, with 210 males and 171 females.
- How many households are there in Meghasar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghasar village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghasar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghasar is 28.08%. The male literacy rate is 39.05%, while the female literacy rate is 14.62%.