Meda - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Meda is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Agdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meda is 508260. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.95 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Meda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meda
According to the 2011 Census, Meda village had a total population of 405 people, including 208 males and 197 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.83%, with male literacy at 75.44% and female literacy at 47.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 405 | 208 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 129 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 79 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Meda
Meda 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 Meda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meda.
| 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 Deesa to Meda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Meda is about 40 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 Meda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meda 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 Meda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meda 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 Meda
Where is Meda located?
Meda village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meda?
The Gram Panchayat of Meda is Agdol.
What is the pincode of Meda?
The pincode of Meda is 385535.
What is the population of Meda?
Meda had a total population of 405, including 208 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Meda?
Meda had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meda was 61.83%. Male literacy was 75.44% and female literacy was 47.90%.