Memda - Lathi, Amreli
Memda is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Narangadh -memda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Memda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Memda is 515498. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.97 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Damnagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Memda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Memda
According to the 2011 Census, Memda village had a total population of 667 people, including 339 males and 328 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.60%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 62.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 339 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 239 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 100 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Memda
Memda 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 Memda
Memda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Memda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damnagar to Memda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Memda is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Memda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Memda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Memda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Memda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Memda
Where is Memda located?
Memda village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Memda?
The Gram Panchayat of Memda is Narangadh -memda.
What is the pincode of Memda?
The pincode of Memda is 365220.
What is the population of Memda?
Memda had a total population of 667, including 339 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Memda?
Memda had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Memda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Memda was 71.60%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 62.54%.