Meni - Bavla, Ahmedabad
Meni is a village situated in the Bavla taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Bavla and around 75 km from Ahmadabad. Meni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meni is 511780. The village covers a total geographical area of 1871.38 hectares and falls under the 382230 pincode. Bavla is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Meni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanand Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meni
As per Census 2011, Meni village has a total population of 2,230 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,049 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 1,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,230 | 1,181 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 211 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 566 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,413 | 615 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Meni
Meni 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 Meni
Public transport in the Meni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bavla to Meni is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Meni is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meni 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 Meni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meni 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 Meni
Where is Meni located?
Meni village is located in Bavla Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meni?
Meni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meni?
The pincode of Meni is 382230.
What is the population of Meni?
Meni has a total population of 2,230, including 1,181 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Meni?
There are 404 households in Meni.
What is the literacy rate in Meni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meni is 36.64%. Male literacy is 47.93% and female literacy is 23.93%.