Mehar Nagar - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Mehar Nagar is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Sanawara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehar Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehar Nagar is 086316. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.96 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Mehar Nagar 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 Mehar Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Mehar Nagar village had a total population of 269 people, including 140 males and 129 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.49%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 37.25%.
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 | 269 | 140 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 81 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 59 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Mehar Nagar
Mehar Nagar 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 Mehar Nagar
Mehar Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mehar Nagar.
| 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 Mehar Nagar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Mehar Nagar is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehar Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehar Nagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehar Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehar Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehar Nagar
Where is Mehar Nagar located?
Mehar Nagar village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehar Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehar Nagar is Sanawara.
What is the pincode of Mehar Nagar?
The pincode of Mehar Nagar is 345026.
What is the population of Mehar Nagar?
Mehar Nagar had a total population of 269, including 140 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Mehar Nagar?
Mehar Nagar had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehar Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehar Nagar was 57.49%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 37.25%.