Pharaspura - Merta, Nagaur
Pharaspura is a village situated in the Merta tehsil of Nagaur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merta and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nagaur. Morara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharaspura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharaspura is 083195. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.66 hectares and falls under the 341510 pincode. Merta City is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pharaspura 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 Pharaspura
According to the 2011 Census, Pharaspura village had a total population of 649 people, including 330 males and 319 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.27%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 41.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 649 | 330 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 256 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 74 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Pharaspura
Pharaspura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Megadand | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Morari Goda | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Morara | East | 2.31 km |
| Basani Sumer Mangliya | West | 2.61 km |
| Karakwal | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Dotolai | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Dholerao Kalan | South | 4.43 km |
| Dhadhlas Uda | East | 4.55 km |
| Subdand | West | 4.82 km |
| Dhadhlas Jalap | South-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pharaspura
Pharaspura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ren, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Merta City to Pharaspura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Pharaspura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharaspura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharaspura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pharaspura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharaspura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pharaspura
Where is Pharaspura located?
Pharaspura village is located in Merta Tehsil, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharaspura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharaspura is Morara.
What is the pincode of Pharaspura?
The pincode of Pharaspura is 341510.
What is the population of Pharaspura?
Pharaspura had a total population of 649, including 330 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Pharaspura?
Pharaspura had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharaspura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharaspura was 64.27%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 41.81%.