Mevi Kalan - Desuri, Pali
Mevi Kalan is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Panota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mevi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mevi Kalan is 091080. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.09 hectares and falls under the 306022 pincode. Sadri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mevi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mevi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Mevi Kalan village has a total population of 952 people, consisting of 477 males and 475 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mevi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 952 | 477 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 113 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 315 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 162 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Mevi Kalan
Mevi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mevi Khurd | South | 1.96 km |
| Gura Mataji | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Dhanla | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Panota | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Gajnipura | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Barari | South | 4.29 km |
| Gurha Thakurji | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Ashapura | East | 5.20 km |
| Kolpura | North | 5.33 km |
| Khiwara | West | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mevi Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mevi Kalan. The nearest railway station is Bhinwaliya, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadri to Mevi Kalan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Mevi Kalan 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 Mevi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mevi Kalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mevi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mevi Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mevi Kalan
Where is Mevi Kalan located?
Mevi Kalan village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mevi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mevi Kalan is Panota.
What is the pincode of Mevi Kalan?
The pincode of Mevi Kalan is 306022.
What is the population of Mevi Kalan?
Mevi Kalan has a total population of 952, including 477 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Mevi Kalan?
There are 198 households in Mevi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Mevi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mevi Kalan is 53.05%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 40.00%.