Mitharaoo - Chohtan, Barmer
Mitharaoo is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Mithrau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mitharaoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mitharaoo is 088790. The village covers a total geographical area of 3728.11 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Mitharaoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mitharaoo
According to the 2011 Census, Mitharaoo village had a total population of 3,956 people, including 2,094 males and 1,862 females, living in 776 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.93%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 31.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,789, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,956 | 2,094 | 1,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 816 | 408 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,789 | 2,013 | 1,776 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 1,046 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,451 | 1,048 | 1,403 |
Nearby Villages of Mitharaoo
Mitharaoo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Miyen Ka Tala | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Gumane Ka Tala | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Samelon Ka Tala | North-West | 6.77 km |
| Huron Ka Tala | North-West | 7.35 km |
| Nawatala Jaitmalan | North | 7.84 km |
| Binjasar | East | 8.45 km |
| Bhara Gulmohmmad | North-East | 8.69 km |
| Saroope Ka Tala | South-East | 8.93 km |
| Ali Ki Dhani | North-East | 10.80 km |
| Rodiyon Ka Tala | North-East | 11.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mitharaoo
Public transport in the Mitharaoo is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramsar, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 151.9 km.
| 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 Mitharaoo is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mitharaoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mitharaoo 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 Mitharaoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mitharaoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mitharaoo
Where is Mitharaoo located?
Mitharaoo village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mitharaoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Mitharaoo is Mithrau.
What is the pincode of Mitharaoo?
The pincode of Mitharaoo is 344702.
What is the population of Mitharaoo?
Mitharaoo had a total population of 3,956, including 2,094 males and 1,862 females.
How many households are there in Mitharaoo?
Mitharaoo had 776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mitharaoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mitharaoo was 47.93%. Male literacy was 62.04% and female literacy was 31.57%.