Mekda - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Mekda is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Mekda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mekda is 515759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1056.9 hectares and falls under the 364525 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mekda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mekda
According to the 2011 Census, Mekda village had a total population of 1,965 people, including 1,018 males and 947 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 55.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 1,965 | 1,018 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 716 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 302 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Mekda
Mekda 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 Mekda
Mekda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mekda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Mekda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Mekda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mekda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mekda 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 Mekda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mekda 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 Mekda
Where is Mekda located?
Mekda village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekda?
Mekda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mekda?
The pincode of Mekda is 364525.
What is the population of Mekda?
Mekda had a total population of 1,965, including 1,018 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Mekda?
Mekda had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mekda was 68.00%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 55.89%.