Mehri Purohitan - Sardarshahar, Churu
Mehri Purohitan is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Mehri Rajviyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehri Purohitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehri Purohitan is 070315. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.5 hectares and falls under the 331403 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mehri Purohitan 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 Mehri Purohitan
As per Census 2011, Mehri Purohitan village has a total population of 2,264 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,067 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,216 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehri Purohitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,264 | 1,197 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 201 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 188 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 759 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 438 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Mehri Purohitan
Mehri Purohitan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehrichak Dakhli | North | 1.76 km |
| Mehri Rajviyan | South | 4.08 km |
| Dalman | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Bilyoobas Rampura | North | 5.80 km |
| Dhani Tetarval | West | 5.95 km |
| Bilyoobas Doomani | North-West | 6.24 km |
| Kohina | East | 6.78 km |
| Bas Sarayan | North-East | 7.88 km |
| Galgati | South-East | 8.88 km |
| Dhani Doodgir | South-West | 9.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehri Purohitan
Mehri Purohitan 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 Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sardarshahar to Mehri Purohitan is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Mehri Purohitan is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehri Purohitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehri Purohitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehri Purohitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehri Purohitan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehri Purohitan
Where is Mehri Purohitan located?
Mehri Purohitan village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehri Purohitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehri Purohitan is Mehri Rajviyan.
What is the pincode of Mehri Purohitan?
The pincode of Mehri Purohitan is 331403.
What is the population of Mehri Purohitan?
Mehri Purohitan has a total population of 2,264, including 1,197 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Mehri Purohitan?
There are 355 households in Mehri Purohitan.
What is the literacy rate in Mehri Purohitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehri Purohitan is 53.71%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 42.83%.