Meghasar - Nokha, Bikaner
Meghasar is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Dharnok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghasar is 069622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1230 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Meghasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghasar
According to the 2011 Census, Meghasar village had a total population of 446 people, including 238 males and 208 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.10%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 51.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 137 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 101 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Meghasar
Meghasar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sathika | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Siyana Sutharan | North | 5.42 km |
| Munjasar | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Muridsar | North-East | 5.86 km |
| Ratdiya | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Dharnok | South | 6.68 km |
| Khara Lohan | West | 7.28 km |
| Shrah Manksar | South-East | 7.55 km |
| Siyana Kabadiyan | North | 9.10 km |
| Bandhala | North-East | 9.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghasar
Public transport in the Meghasar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolayat, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Meghasar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghasar 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 Meghasar
Where is Meghasar located?
Meghasar village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghasar is Dharnok.
What is the pincode of Meghasar?
The pincode of Meghasar is 334803.
What is the population of Meghasar?
Meghasar had a total population of 446, including 238 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Meghasar?
Meghasar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghasar was 63.10%. Male literacy was 73.26% and female literacy was 51.79%.