Megadand - Merta, Nagaur
Megadand is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Sogawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megadand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megadand is 083197. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.36 hectares and falls under the 341510 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Megadand 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 Megadand
According to the 2011 Census, Megadand village had a total population of 624 people, including 313 males and 311 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.12%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 41.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 624 | 313 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 241 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 72 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Megadand
Megadand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basani Sumer Mangliya | South | 1.87 km |
| Pharaspura | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Subdand | West | 2.76 km |
| Morari Goda | South | 3.28 km |
| Karakwal | South | 3.89 km |
| Morara | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Beejanda Ki Dhani | West | 4.76 km |
| Dotolai | East | 4.88 km |
| Lanchh Ki Dhani | West | 4.96 km |
| Ren | North | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megadand
Public transport in the Megadand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ren, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Megadand is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Megadand is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megadand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megadand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megadand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megadand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Megadand
Where is Megadand located?
Megadand village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Megadand?
The Gram Panchayat of Megadand is Sogawas.
What is the pincode of Megadand?
The pincode of Megadand is 341510.
What is the population of Megadand?
Megadand had a total population of 624, including 313 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Megadand?
Megadand had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megadand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megadand was 63.12%. Male literacy was 84.56% and female literacy was 41.22%.