Megha Khera - Kunwariya, Rajsamand
Megha Khera is a village situated in the Kunwariya tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from Railmagra and around 23 km from Rajsamand. Peepali Aheeran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megha Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megha Khera is 097137. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 313327 pincode. Rajsamand is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Megha Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajsamand Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Megha Khera
As per Census 2011, Megha Khera village has a total population of 464 people, consisting of 247 males and 217 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megha Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 247 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 148 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 99 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Megha Khera
Megha Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pema Khera | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Peepali Aheeran | West | 1.72 km |
| Lalpur | North | 1.75 km |
| Mali Khera | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Gogathala | East | 2.18 km |
| Prempura | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Chokri | South | 3.08 km |
| Bhoorwara | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Khakhliya Khera | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Barliya | South-West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megha Khera
Megha Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Soniyana Mewar, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajsamand to Megha Khera is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megha Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megha Khera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Megha Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megha Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Megha Khera
Where is Megha Khera located?
Megha Khera village is located in Kunwariya Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Megha Khera is Peepali Aheeran.
What is the pincode of Megha Khera?
The pincode of Megha Khera is 313327.
What is the population of Megha Khera?
Megha Khera has a total population of 464, including 247 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Megha Khera?
There are 101 households in Megha Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Megha Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megha Khera is 42.89%. Male literacy is 59.92% and female literacy is 23.50%.