Mokhana

Mokhana is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Mokhana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Mokhana unique in its vibrant Bhanvad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Mokhana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Mokhana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mokhana is 514043. The village spans a total geographical area of 1166.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360510. Bhanvad is nearest town to Mokhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mokhana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mokhana

According to the 2011 Census, Mokhana has a total population of about 2,254, with approximately 1,157 males and 1,097 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 423 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,663. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.56%, with male literacy at about 56.96% and female literacy near 41.75%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mokhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,254 1,157 1,097
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 423 210 213
Scheduled Castes (SC) 110 52 58
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,663 840 823
Literate Population 1,117 659 458
Illiterate Population 1,137 498 639

Connectivity of Mokhana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mokhana. As per the 2011 stats, Mokhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mokhana

Knowing the nearby villages of Mokhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mokhana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mokhana

Where is Mokhana located?
Mokhana village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokhana?
Mokhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mokhana?
The pincode of Mokhana is 360510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mokhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mokhana is 2,254, with 1,157 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Mokhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mokhana village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mokhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mokhana is 49.56%. The male literacy rate is 56.96%, while the female literacy rate is 41.75%.