Mevasa - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Mevasa is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from Kalyanpur and around 105 km from Jamnagar. Mevasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mevasa is 513945. The village covers a total geographical area of 2933.62 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mevasa 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 Mevasa
As per Census 2011, Mevasa village has a total population of 2,830 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,399 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,368 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mevasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,830 | 1,431 | 1,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 205 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 276 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 828 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 603 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Mevasa
Mevasa 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 Mevasa
Public transport in the Mevasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khambhalia to Mevasa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mevasa 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 Mevasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mevasa 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 Mevasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mevasa 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 Mevasa
Where is Mevasa located?
Mevasa village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mevasa?
Mevasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mevasa?
The pincode of Mevasa is 361315.
What is the population of Mevasa?
Mevasa has a total population of 2,830, including 1,431 males and 1,399 females.
How many households are there in Mevasa?
There are 521 households in Mevasa.
What is the literacy rate in Mevasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mevasa is 48.34%. Male literacy is 57.86% and female literacy is 38.60%.