Meethawas - Bassi, Jaipur
Meethawas is a village situated in the Bassi tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Tahtada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meethawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meethawas is 080838. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.8 hectares and falls under the 303305 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Meethawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meethawas
As per Census 2011, Meethawas village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 548 males and 521 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meethawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 548 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 272 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 618 | 395 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 153 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Meethawas
Meethawas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tahatara | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Jatwara | South | 1.94 km |
| Laxmipura | East | 2.05 km |
| Chakpotli | West | 3.18 km |
| Chak Dayalpura | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Gothara | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Jhajhwar | West | 3.47 km |
| Khairwal | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Hans Mahal | South | 3.98 km |
| Barh Dhamsya | West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meethawas
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Meethawas. The nearest railway station is Jatwara, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Meethawas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Meethawas is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meethawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meethawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meethawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meethawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meethawas
Where is Meethawas located?
Meethawas village is located in Bassi Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meethawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Meethawas is Tahtada.
What is the pincode of Meethawas?
The pincode of Meethawas is 303305.
What is the population of Meethawas?
Meethawas has a total population of 1,069, including 548 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Meethawas?
There are 170 households in Meethawas.
What is the literacy rate in Meethawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meethawas is 57.81%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 42.80%.