Meghwalon Ki Dhani - Nokhra, Barmer
Meghwalon Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Nokhra tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 58 km from Gudha Malani and around 80 km from Barmer. Khariya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghwalon Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghwalon Ki Dhani is 087732. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Meghwalon 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 Meghwalon Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Meghwalon Ki Dhani village has a total population of 1,187 people, consisting of 616 males and 571 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghwalon Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 616 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 147 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 255 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 336 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 280 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Meghwalon Ki Dhani
Meghwalon Ki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheraniyon Ki Dhani | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | North | 3.01 km |
| Janiyon Ki Beri | West | 3.42 km |
| Ramdev Nagar | North | 4.80 km |
| Daron Ki Beri | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Sutharon Ki Beri | West | 6.22 km |
| Bhooniya | North-West | 6.66 km |
| Koliyana | West | 6.85 km |
| Jal Beri | North | 7.05 km |
| Kanhaiya Nagar | North-East | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghwalon Ki Dhani
Public transport in the Meghwalon Ki Dhani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 161.9 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 Meghwalon Ki Dhani is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghwalon Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghwalon 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghwalon 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 Meghwalon 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 Meghwalon Ki Dhani
Where is Meghwalon Ki Dhani located?
Meghwalon Ki Dhani village is located in Nokhra Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghwalon Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghwalon Ki Dhani is Khariya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Meghwalon Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Meghwalon Ki Dhani is 344031.
What is the population of Meghwalon Ki Dhani?
Meghwalon Ki Dhani has a total population of 1,187, including 616 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Meghwalon Ki Dhani?
There are 212 households in Meghwalon Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Meghwalon Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghwalon Ki Dhani is 44.99%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 34.68%.