Mehrangarh - Phalsoond, Jaisalmer
Mehrangarh is a village situated in the Phalsoond tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Pokaran and around 102 km from Jaisalmer. Gundala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehrangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehrangarh is 086425. The village covers a total geographical area of 1356.23 hectares and falls under the 345025 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Mehrangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehrangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Mehrangarh village had a total population of 775 people, including 411 males and 364 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.63%, with male literacy at 53.05% and female literacy at 16.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 775 | 411 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 174 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 237 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Mehrangarh
Mehrangarh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mehrangarh
Mehrangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mehrangarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Mehrangarh is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Mehrangarh is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehrangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehrangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehrangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehrangarh 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mehrangarh
Where is Mehrangarh located?
Mehrangarh village is located in Phalsoond Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehrangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehrangarh is Gundala.
What is the pincode of Mehrangarh?
The pincode of Mehrangarh is 345025.
What is the population of Mehrangarh?
Mehrangarh had a total population of 775, including 411 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Mehrangarh?
Mehrangarh had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehrangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehrangarh was 35.63%. Male literacy was 53.05% and female literacy was 16.27%.