Meghpura - Khandela, Sikar
Meghpura is a village situated in the Khandela tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from Sri Madhopur and around 70 km from Sikar. Bhadwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghpura is 082040. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.43 hectares and falls under the 332708 pincode. Sri Madhopur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Meghpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandela Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghpura
As per Census 2011, Meghpura village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 512 males and 474 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 872 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 512 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 872 | 459 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 416 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 96 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Meghpura
Meghpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meghpura
Meghpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Meghpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sri Madhopur to Meghpura is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Meghpura 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 Meghpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghpura 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 Meghpura
Where is Meghpura located?
Meghpura village is located in Khandela Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghpura is Bhadwari.
What is the pincode of Meghpura?
The pincode of Meghpura is 332708.
What is the population of Meghpura?
Meghpura has a total population of 986, including 512 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Meghpura?
There are 186 households in Meghpura.
What is the literacy rate in Meghpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghpura is 67.44%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 52.53%.