Medi - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Medi is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Jamnagar and around 30 km from Jamnagar. Medi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medi is 513645. The village covers a total geographical area of 1141.08 hectares and falls under the 361130 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Medi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medi
As per Census 2011, Medi village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 496 males and 477 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 496 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 359 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 137 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Medi
Medi 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 Medi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Medi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamnagar to Medi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medi 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 Medi
Where is Medi located?
Medi village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medi?
Medi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medi?
The pincode of Medi is 361130.
What is the population of Medi?
Medi has a total population of 973, including 496 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Medi?
There are 218 households in Medi.
What is the literacy rate in Medi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medi is 61.05%. Male literacy is 72.38% and female literacy is 49.27%.