Megal - Vadgam, Banas Kantha
Megal is a village situated in the Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgam and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Megal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megal is 508070. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.42 hectares and falls under the 385421 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Megal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megal
According to the 2011 Census, Megal village had a total population of 1,726 people, including 878 males and 848 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.69%, with male literacy at 86.22% and female literacy at 60.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291.
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 | 1,726 | 878 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 663 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 215 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Megal
Megal 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 Megal
Public transport in the Megal 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 Palanpur to Megal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Megal
Where is Megal located?
Megal village is located in Vadgam Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Megal?
Megal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Megal?
The pincode of Megal is 385421.
What is the population of Megal?
Megal had a total population of 1,726, including 878 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Megal?
Megal had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megal was 73.69%. Male literacy was 86.22% and female literacy was 60.60%.