Mevda - Malpur, Arvalli
Mevda is a village situated in the Malpur taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Malpur and around 70 km from Himatnagar. Mevda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mevda is 510903. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.89 hectares and falls under the 383315 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mevda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mevda
As per Census 2011, Mevda village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 571 males and 495 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mevda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 571 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 218 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 422 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 149 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Mevda
Mevda 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 Mevda
Mevda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Meghraj to Mevda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Mevda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mevda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mevda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mevda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mevda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mevda
Where is Mevda located?
Mevda village is located in Malpur Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mevda?
Mevda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mevda?
The pincode of Mevda is 383315.
What is the population of Mevda?
Mevda has a total population of 1,066, including 571 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Mevda?
There are 180 households in Mevda.
What is the literacy rate in Mevda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mevda is 63.13%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 50.71%.