Megwalon Ki Dhani - Lohawat, Phalodi
Megwalon Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Lohawat tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from Phalodi and around 150 km from Jodhpur. Jalora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megwalon Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 084365. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.02 hectares and falls under the 342308 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Megwalon Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megwalon Ki Dhani
As per Census 2011, Megwalon Ki Dhani village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 293 males and 245 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megwalon Ki Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 293 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 215 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 200 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 93 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Megwalon Ki Dhani
Megwalon Ki Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalji Ki Dhani | North | 2.06 km |
| Sihar Roopawaton Ki Dhani | East | 2.98 km |
| Laxmi Nagar | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Tikaram Paliwal Nagar | South | 3.48 km |
| Ghamner | West | 4.23 km |
| Kacholiya Nada | North | 4.30 km |
| Jhardeji Ki Bhakri | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Sunda Nagar | South | 5.57 km |
| Deriyon Ki Dhani | East | 5.66 km |
| Bapinee | North-East | 7.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megwalon Ki Dhani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Megwalon Ki Dhani. The nearest railway station is Shaitan Singh Nagar, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phalodi to Megwalon Ki Dhani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Megwalon Ki Dhani is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megwalon Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megwalon Ki Dhani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Megwalon Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megwalon Ki Dhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megwalon Ki Dhani
Where is Megwalon Ki Dhani located?
Megwalon Ki Dhani village is located in Lohawat Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Megwalon Ki Dhani is Jalora.
What is the pincode of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 342308.
What is the population of Megwalon Ki Dhani?
Megwalon Ki Dhani has a total population of 538, including 293 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Megwalon Ki Dhani?
There are 98 households in Megwalon Ki Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Megwalon Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megwalon Ki Dhani is 51.12%. Male literacy is 68.26% and female literacy is 30.61%.