Methla - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Methla is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Methla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methla is 516670. The village covers a total geographical area of 1259 hectares and falls under the 364135 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Methla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Methla
According to the 2011 Census, Methla village had a total population of 2,129 people, including 1,093 males and 1,036 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.77%, with male literacy at 73.63% and female literacy at 37.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,129 | 1,093 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 673 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 420 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Methla
Methla 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 Methla
Methla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Talaja to Methla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Methla is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Methla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Methla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Methla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Methla
Where is Methla located?
Methla village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Methla?
Methla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Methla?
The pincode of Methla is 364135.
What is the population of Methla?
Methla had a total population of 2,129, including 1,093 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Methla?
Methla had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Methla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methla was 55.77%. Male literacy was 73.63% and female literacy was 37.20%.