Methan
About Methan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Methan village is 514130. Methan village is located in Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Jamjodhapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Methan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1696.01 hectares. Methan has a total population of 804 peoples, out of which male population is 403 while female population is 401. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of methan village is 63.81% out of which 76.18% males and 51.37% females are literate. There are about 181 houses in methan village. Pincode of methan village locality is 360520.
When it comes to administration, Methan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Methan village comes under Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Jamjodhpur is nearest town to methan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Methan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | 403 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 307 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 96 | 195 |
Connectivity of Methan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Methan
Where is Methan located?
Methan village is situated in Jamjodhpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methan?
Methan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Methan?
The pincode of Methan is 360520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Methan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Methan is 804, with 403 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Methan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Methan village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Methan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Methan is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 76.18%, while the female literacy rate is 51.37%.