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. Raviya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nana Meda village.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Nana Meda village had a total population of 1,237 people, including 628 males and 609 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.03%, with male literacy at 79.32% and female literacy at 43.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 334, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 1,237 | 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?
The Gram Panchayat of Nana Meda is Raviya.
What is the pincode of Nana Meda?
The pincode of Nana Meda is 385310.
What is the population of Nana Meda?
Nana Meda had a total population of 1,237, including 628 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Nana Meda?
Nana Meda had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nana Meda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nana Meda was 62.03%. Male literacy was 79.32% and female literacy was 43.74%.