Mejan Village - Mandal, Bhilwara
Mejan is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandal and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Meja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mejan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mejan is 095317. The village covers a total geographical area of 1684.46 hectares and falls under the 311403 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mejan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mejan
As per Census 2011, Mejan village has a total population of 3,524 people, consisting of 1,795 males and 1,729 females. The village has 749 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,963 literate and 1,561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mejan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,524 | 1,795 | 1,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 258 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 200 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,192 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 603 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Mejan
Mejan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarpura | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Mali Khera @ Rajpura | East | 2.32 km |
| Keerkhera | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Kaloo Khera | West | 3.08 km |
| Dhedhwas | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Suras | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Iras | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Keeratpura | South | 4.56 km |
| Jeepiya | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Kochriya | West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mejan
Mejan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandal, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhilwara to Mejan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mejan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mejan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mejan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mejan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mejan
Where is Mejan located?
Mejan village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mejan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mejan is Meja.
What is the pincode of Mejan?
The pincode of Mejan is 311403.
What is the population of Mejan?
Mejan has a total population of 3,524, including 1,795 males and 1,729 females.
How many households are there in Mejan?
There are 749 households in Mejan.
What is the literacy rate in Mejan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mejan is 55.70%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 44.59%.