Mehrasar Chhanna - Sardarshahar, Churu
Mehrasar Chhanna is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Mitasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehrasar Chhanna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehrasar Chhanna is 070393. The village covers a total geographical area of 1145.32 hectares and falls under the 331403 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mehrasar Chhanna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardarshahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehrasar Chhanna
As per Census 2011, Mehrasar Chhanna village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 342 males and 299 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehrasar Chhanna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 342 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 236 | 160 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 182 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Mehrasar Chhanna
Mehrasar Chhanna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirajsar | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Ramsisar Chainaniya | East | 2.57 km |
| Dhani Kalera | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Bayla | West | 4.59 km |
| Ramsisar Bhedwaliya | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Ramsisar Chhajlaniya | East | 5.48 km |
| Poonusar | South-West | 5.88 km |
| Malaksar | North | 6.26 km |
| Lodsar | North-West | 7.39 km |
| Mitasar | South-East | 9.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehrasar Chhanna
Mehrasar Chhanna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sardarshahr, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarshahar to Mehrasar Chhanna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Mehrasar Chhanna is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehrasar Chhanna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehrasar Chhanna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehrasar Chhanna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehrasar Chhanna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehrasar Chhanna
Where is Mehrasar Chhanna located?
Mehrasar Chhanna village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehrasar Chhanna?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehrasar Chhanna is Mitasar.
What is the pincode of Mehrasar Chhanna?
The pincode of Mehrasar Chhanna is 331403.
What is the population of Mehrasar Chhanna?
Mehrasar Chhanna has a total population of 641, including 342 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Mehrasar Chhanna?
There are 114 households in Mehrasar Chhanna.
What is the literacy rate in Mehrasar Chhanna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehrasar Chhanna is 36.82%. Male literacy is 46.78% and female literacy is 25.42%.