Meen - Abu Road, Sirohi
Meen is a village situated in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Abu Road and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Taleti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meen is 090217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1713 hectares and falls under the 307024 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Meen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meen
As per Census 2011, Meen village has a total population of 2,175 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 1,081 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 1,852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,175 | 1,094 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,164 | 1,088 | 1,076 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 265 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,852 | 829 | 1,023 |
Nearby Villages of Meen
Meen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rada | North | 3.49 km |
| Uplibor | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Jamboori | East | 3.79 km |
| Taleti | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Deri | West | 4.68 km |
| Nichli Bor | North | 5.66 km |
| Buja | North-East | 5.69 km |
| Bosa | East | 6.39 km |
| Uplagarh | North-West | 7.52 km |
| Bhamriya | North-East | 7.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meen
Meen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Abu Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Abu Road to Meen is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Meen is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meen
Where is Meen located?
Meen village is located in Abu Road Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meen?
The Gram Panchayat of Meen is Taleti.
What is the pincode of Meen?
The pincode of Meen is 307024.
What is the population of Meen?
Meen has a total population of 2,175, including 1,094 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Meen?
There are 385 households in Meen.
What is the literacy rate in Meen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meen is 14.85%. Male literacy is 24.22% and female literacy is 5.37%.