Nana Meda - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Nana Meda is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Nana Meda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nana Meda is 507658. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.91 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nana 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 Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nana Meda
As per Census 2011, Nana Meda village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 628 males and 609 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nana Meda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 628 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 169 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 422 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 206 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Nana Meda
Nana 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 Nana Meda
Public transport in the Nana Meda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Nana Meda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Nana Meda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nana Meda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nana 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 Nana 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 Nana Meda 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nana Meda
Where is Nana Meda located?
Nana Meda village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nana Meda?
Nana Meda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nana Meda?
The pincode of Nana Meda is 385310.
What is the population of Nana Meda?
Nana Meda has a total population of 1,237, including 628 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Nana Meda?
There are 203 households in Nana Meda.
What is the literacy rate in Nana Meda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nana Meda is 51.90%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 36.12%.