Mewada - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Mewada is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Mevada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mewada is 507681. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.97 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mewada
As per Census 2011, Mewada village has a total population of 1,846 people, consisting of 969 males and 877 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mewada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,846 | 969 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 164 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 589 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 380 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Mewada
Mewada 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 Mewada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mewada. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mewada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhanera to Mewada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Mewada 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 Mewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mewada
Where is Mewada located?
Mewada village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mewada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mewada is Mevada.
What is the pincode of Mewada?
The pincode of Mewada is 385545.
What is the population of Mewada?
Mewada has a total population of 1,846, including 969 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Mewada?
There are 325 households in Mewada.
What is the literacy rate in Mewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mewada is 46.97%. Male literacy is 60.78% and female literacy is 31.70%.