Mahadeviya - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Mahadeviya is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from Kalyanpur and around 105 km from Jamnagar. Mahadeviya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahadeviya is 513946. The village covers a total geographical area of 1630.36 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mahadeviya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahadeviya
According to the 2011 Census, Mahadeviya village had a total population of 1,691 people, including 870 males and 821 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 1,691 | 870 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 590 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 280 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Mahadeviya
Mahadeviya 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 Mahadeviya
Public transport in the Mahadeviya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dwarka to Mahadeviya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mahadeviya is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahadeviya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahadeviya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahadeviya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahadeviya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahadeviya
Where is Mahadeviya located?
Mahadeviya village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahadeviya?
Mahadeviya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahadeviya?
The pincode of Mahadeviya is 361315.
What is the population of Mahadeviya?
Mahadeviya had a total population of 1,691, including 870 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Mahadeviya?
Mahadeviya had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahadeviya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahadeviya was 66.87%. Male literacy was 79.95% and female literacy was 53.19%.