Meghana - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Meghana is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Bheekhnera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghana is 069238. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.62 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Meghana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghana
According to the 2011 Census, Meghana village had a total population of 606 people, including 323 males and 283 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 54.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 606 | 323 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 223 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 100 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Meghana
Meghana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhikhnera | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Delana Bara | South | 4.94 km |
| Sulera | North-East | 6.73 km |
| Dhani Laxminaray Ansar | East | 7.24 km |
| Delana Chhota | South-East | 7.39 km |
| Birmana | South-West | 7.90 km |
| Bhojabas | South | 9.81 km |
| Khokhrana | South-West | 10.63 km |
| Rojha | South-East | 11.77 km |
| Kakadwala | East | 12.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meghana. The nearest railway station is Lunkaransar, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 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 Bikaner to Meghana is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghana 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 Meghana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghana 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 Meghana
Where is Meghana located?
Meghana village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meghana?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghana is Bheekhnera.
What is the pincode of Meghana?
The pincode of Meghana is 334603.
What is the population of Meghana?
Meghana had a total population of 606, including 323 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Meghana?
Meghana had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghana was 71.40%. Male literacy was 86.43% and female literacy was 54.39%.