Meethan - Reodar, Sirohi
Meethan is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Marol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meethan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meethan is 090294. The village covers a total geographical area of 530 hectares and falls under the 307514 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Meethan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meethan
As per Census 2011, Meethan village has a total population of 1,337 people, consisting of 659 males and 678 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meethan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 659 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 353 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 389 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 270 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Meethan
Meethan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanti | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Asao | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Rajgarh | East | 2.21 km |
| Marol | South | 2.56 km |
| Nimbora | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Awada | West | 3.26 km |
| Bijwa Khera | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kareli | West | 3.63 km |
| Karoti | East | 3.67 km |
| Perwa | North-East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meethan
Meethan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Amirgadh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Meethan is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Meethan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meethan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meethan 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 Meethan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meethan 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 Meethan
Where is Meethan located?
Meethan village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meethan?
The Gram Panchayat of Meethan is Marol.
What is the pincode of Meethan?
The pincode of Meethan is 307514.
What is the population of Meethan?
Meethan has a total population of 1,337, including 659 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Meethan?
There are 274 households in Meethan.
What is the literacy rate in Meethan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meethan is 40.46%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 22.42%.