Movan - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Movan is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Khambhalia and around 81 km from Jamnagar. Movan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movan is 513533. The village covers a total geographical area of 1852.96 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Movan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Movan
According to the 2011 Census, Movan village had a total population of 4,080 people, including 2,062 males and 2,018 females, living in 780 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.96%, with male literacy at 72.49% and female literacy at 49.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 4,080 | 2,062 | 2,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 614 | 328 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 141 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,113 | 1,257 | 856 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,967 | 805 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Movan
Movan 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 Movan
Public transport in the Movan is mainly available through shared van 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 Khambhalia to Movan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Movan is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Movan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movan 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 Movan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Movan
Where is Movan located?
Movan village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Movan?
Movan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Movan?
The pincode of Movan is 361305.
What is the population of Movan?
Movan had a total population of 4,080, including 2,062 males and 2,018 females.
How many households are there in Movan?
Movan had 780 households.
What is the literacy rate in Movan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movan was 60.96%. Male literacy was 72.49% and female literacy was 49.42%.