Meghawa - Chitalwana, Jalore
Meghawa is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 43 km from Sanchore and around 203 km from Jalor. Meghawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghawa is 089574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1296 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Meghawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghawa
As per Census 2011, Meghawa village has a total population of 2,208 people, consisting of 1,143 males and 1,065 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,069 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,143 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 198 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 701 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 442 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Meghawa
Meghawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunta Koi | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Veerawa | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Charneem | South | 4.61 km |
| Madaniyon Ki Dhani | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Kundaki | West | 5.76 km |
| Naiyon Ki Dhani | East | 6.06 km |
| Malipura | South | 6.59 km |
| Gandhaw Khurd | North-East | 6.69 km |
| Hali Bao | West | 7.20 km |
| Panawali | North | 8.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghawa
Meghawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dugdol, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 163.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Meghawa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Meghawa is about 203 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghawa
Where is Meghawa located?
Meghawa village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghawa?
Meghawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghawa?
The pincode of Meghawa is 343041.
What is the population of Meghawa?
Meghawa has a total population of 2,208, including 1,143 males and 1,065 females.
How many households are there in Meghawa?
There are 500 households in Meghawa.
What is the literacy rate in Meghawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghawa is 48.41%. Male literacy is 61.33% and female literacy is 34.55%.