Mehtabgarh - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Mehtabgarh is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ujlan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehtabgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtabgarh is 086300. The village covers a total geographical area of 816 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mehtabgarh 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 Mehtabgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Mehtabgarh village had a total population of 287 people, including 145 males and 142 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 28.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 100 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 45 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtabgarh
Mehtabgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barlimanda | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Ujla | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Devalpura | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Paboopadiya Bankna | North-West | 7.91 km |
| Madwa | South | 8.84 km |
| Dhoorsar | East | 9.87 km |
| Narsinghpura | South-East | 10.01 km |
| Kerawa | North-East | 10.06 km |
| Rayad | North-East | 10.63 km |
| That | West | 10.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehtabgarh
Mehtabgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mehtabgarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Mehtabgarh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehtabgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtabgarh 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 km |
Health Facilities in Mehtabgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehtabgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mehtabgarh
Where is Mehtabgarh located?
Mehtabgarh village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehtabgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehtabgarh is Ujlan.
What is the pincode of Mehtabgarh?
The pincode of Mehtabgarh is 345026.
What is the population of Mehtabgarh?
Mehtabgarh had a total population of 287, including 145 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Mehtabgarh?
Mehtabgarh had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtabgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtabgarh was 57.64%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 28.32%.