Meetha - Mandalgarh, Bhilwara
Meetha is a village situated in the Mandalgarh tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandalgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Ralayata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meetha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meetha is 096099. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.6 hectares and falls under the 311605 pincode. Mandalgarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Meetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meetha
As per Census 2011, Meetha village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 137 males and 128 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meetha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 74 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Meetha
Meetha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hindusinghji Ka Khera@ Chhur Ka Koh | West | 1.18 km |
| Ganeshpura | South | 2.05 km |
| Dhamniya | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Ralayata | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Beeliya | West | 3.19 km |
| Kacholiya Khurd | East | 3.32 km |
| Sangrampura | East | 3.73 km |
| Thal Kalan | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Soniyana | South | 3.86 km |
| Harisinghji Ka Khera@nathawaton Ka Khera | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meetha
Public transport in the Meetha is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Genoli Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandalgarh to Meetha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Meetha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meetha 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 Meetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meetha 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 Meetha
Where is Meetha located?
Meetha village is located in Mandalgarh Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meetha?
The Gram Panchayat of Meetha is Ralayata.
What is the pincode of Meetha?
The pincode of Meetha is 311605.
What is the population of Meetha?
Meetha has a total population of 265, including 137 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Meetha?
There are 65 households in Meetha.
What is the literacy rate in Meetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meetha is 41.13%. Male literacy is 54.01% and female literacy is 27.34%.