Meghvadar - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Meghvadar is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Meghvadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghvadar is 516380. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.04 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Meghvadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghvadar
According to the 2011 Census, Meghvadar village had a total population of 393 people, including 202 males and 191 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.99%, with male literacy at 87.22% and female literacy at 66.28%.
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 | 393 | 202 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 157 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 45 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Meghvadar
Meghvadar 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 Meghvadar
Meghvadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Meghvadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Meghvadar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Meghvadar is about 28 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 Meghvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghvadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghvadar
Where is Meghvadar located?
Meghvadar village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghvadar?
Meghvadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghvadar?
The pincode of Meghvadar is 364240.
What is the population of Meghvadar?
Meghvadar had a total population of 393, including 202 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Meghvadar?
Meghvadar had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghvadar was 76.99%. Male literacy was 87.22% and female literacy was 66.28%.