Meora - Degana, Nagaur
Meora is a village situated in the Degana tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Degana and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Meora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meora is 083415. The village covers a total geographical area of 2342.7 hectares and falls under the 341512 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Meora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Degana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meora
As per Census 2011, Meora village has a total population of 3,278 people, consisting of 1,605 males and 1,673 females. The village has 686 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,557 literate and 1,721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,278 | 1,605 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 280 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 975 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,721 | 630 | 1,091 |
Nearby Villages of Meora
Meora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nathawari | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Itawara Ladkhani | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Khanpura | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Bedas Kalan | West | 4.07 km |
| Padoo Kalan | South | 4.38 km |
| Nathawara | North | 4.96 km |
| Itawara Bhoja | South-East | 5.05 km |
| Bikharniya Khurd | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Bikharniya Kalan | East | 5.92 km |
| Bedas Khurd | West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meora
Meora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalsu, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Meora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Meora is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meora 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 Meora
Where is Meora located?
Meora village is located in Degana Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meora?
Meora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meora?
The pincode of Meora is 341512.
What is the population of Meora?
Meora has a total population of 3,278, including 1,605 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Meora?
There are 686 households in Meora.
What is the literacy rate in Meora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meora is 47.50%. Male literacy is 60.75% and female literacy is 34.79%.