Meerapura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Meerapura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ghantiyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerapura is 086225. The village covers a total geographical area of 844 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Meerapura 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 Meerapura
According to the 2011 Census, Meerapura village had a total population of 135 people, including 72 males and 63 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.62%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 29.79%.
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 | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 36 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Meerapura
Meerapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakariya | North-East | 9.25 km |
| Tadana | South-West | 12.63 km |
| Didhoo | South-East | 13.13 km |
| Askandra | East | 13.79 km |
| Gosarsool Nagar | North | 16.22 km |
| Ghantiyali | West | 16.27 km |
| Bhadariya | East | 17.16 km |
| Ajasar | South | 18.86 km |
| Naseerpura | North | 19.46 km |
| Panche Ka Tala | North | 20.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerapura
Public transport in the Meerapura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Bhadriya Lathi, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pokaran to Meerapura is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Meerapura is about 100 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 Meerapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meerapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meerapura
Where is Meerapura located?
Meerapura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerapura is Ghantiyali.
What is the pincode of Meerapura?
The pincode of Meerapura is 345028.
What is the population of Meerapura?
Meerapura had a total population of 135, including 72 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Meerapura?
Meerapura had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerapura was 47.62%. Male literacy was 62.07% and female literacy was 29.79%.