Indawar - Merta, Nagaur
Indawar is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Indawar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Indawar is 083169. The village covers a total geographical area of 3955.74 hectares and falls under the 341510 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Indawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Merta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Indawar
As per Census 2011, Indawar village has a total population of 6,038 people, consisting of 3,109 males and 2,929 females. The village has 1,288 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 856 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,825 literate and 3,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Indawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,038 | 3,109 | 2,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 463 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,259 | 650 | 609 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,825 | 1,826 | 999 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,213 | 1,283 | 1,930 |
Nearby Villages of Indawar
Indawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basni Kachchhawa | South | 3.26 km |
| Shekhasani | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Uncharda Khurd | East | 4.73 km |
| Uncharda Kalan | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Hiran Khuri | East | 4.96 km |
| Bayad | South-West | 6.27 km |
| Mokalpur | North | 6.30 km |
| Dhadhasani | North-West | 6.42 km |
| Satlawas | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Gagrana | West | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Indawar
Indawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jogi Magra, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Indawar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Indawar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Indawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Indawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Indawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Indawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Indawar
Where is Indawar located?
Indawar village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Indawar?
Indawar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Indawar?
The pincode of Indawar is 341510.
What is the population of Indawar?
Indawar has a total population of 6,038, including 3,109 males and 2,929 females.
How many households are there in Indawar?
There are 1,288 households in Indawar.
What is the literacy rate in Indawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Indawar is 46.79%. Male literacy is 58.73% and female literacy is 34.11%.