Haripar (Mevasa) - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Haripar (Mevasa) is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Haripar (Mevasa) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripar (Mevasa) is 513860. The village covers a total geographical area of 1063.53 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Haripar (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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripar (Mevasa)
According to the 2011 Census, Haripar (Mevasa) village had a total population of 770 people, including 381 males and 389 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.03%, with male literacy at 71.47% and female literacy at 62.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 770 | 381 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 158 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Haripar (Mevasa)
Haripar (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 Haripar (Mevasa)
Haripar (Mevasa) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Haripar (Mevasa) has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Haripar (Mevasa) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Haripar (Mevasa) is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripar (Mevasa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripar (Mevasa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haripar (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 Haripar (Mevasa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haripar (Mevasa)
Where is Haripar (Mevasa) located?
Haripar (Mevasa) village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripar (Mevasa)?
Haripar (Mevasa) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripar (Mevasa)?
The pincode of Haripar (Mevasa) is 361160.
What is the population of Haripar (Mevasa)?
Haripar (Mevasa) had a total population of 770, including 381 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Haripar (Mevasa)?
Haripar (Mevasa) had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripar (Mevasa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripar (Mevasa) was 67.03%. Male literacy was 71.47% and female literacy was 62.77%.