Meghavadar - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Meghavadar is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Meghavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghavadar is 516095. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.05 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Meghavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Meghavadar village had a total population of 379 people, including 197 males and 182 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.48%, with male literacy at 80.72% and female literacy at 56.10%.
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 | 379 | 197 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 134 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 63 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Meghavadar
Meghavadar 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 Meghavadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meghavadar.
| 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 Vallabhipur to Meghavadar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Meghavadar is about 40 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 Meghavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghavadar 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 Meghavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghavadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghavadar
Where is Meghavadar located?
Meghavadar village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghavadar?
Meghavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghavadar?
The pincode of Meghavadar is 364310.
What is the population of Meghavadar?
Meghavadar had a total population of 379, including 197 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Meghavadar?
Meghavadar had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghavadar was 68.48%. Male literacy was 80.72% and female literacy was 56.10%.