Megatgarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Megatgarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Ketoo Hema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megatgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megatgarh is 085313. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Megatgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megatgarh
As per Census 2011, Megatgarh village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 104 males and 104 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megatgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 68 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 36 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Megatgarh
Megatgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoo Kalan | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Dheerpura | West | 3.60 km |
| Sati Mata Nagar | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Ramdeo Nagar | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Fateh Nagar | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Kui Jodha | South | 5.69 km |
| Belwa Ranaji | East | 6.10 km |
| Jawahar Nagar | West | 6.58 km |
| Bhalookalan | North-East | 7.40 km |
| Kerla Nagar | South-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megatgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Megatgarh. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jodhpur to Megatgarh is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megatgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megatgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Megatgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megatgarh 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Megatgarh
Where is Megatgarh located?
Megatgarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megatgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Megatgarh is Ketoo Hema.
What is the pincode of Megatgarh?
The pincode of Megatgarh is 342022.
What is the population of Megatgarh?
Megatgarh has a total population of 208, including 104 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Megatgarh?
There are 44 households in Megatgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Megatgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megatgarh is 52.40%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 39.42%.