Mevasa
Mevasa is a village located in Okhamandal taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dwarka (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Mevasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mevasa unique in its vibrant Okhamandal-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Mevasa’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 Mevasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mevasa is 513459. The village spans a total geographical area of 455.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361335. Dwarka is nearest town to Mevasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mevasa 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 Dwarka 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.
Google Map of Mevasa
Population of Mevasa
According to the 2011 Census, Mevasa has a total population of about 865, with approximately 447 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.49%, with male literacy at about 41.61% and female literacy near 22.73%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mevasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 447 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 281 | 186 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 261 | 323 |
Connectivity of Mevasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mevasa. As per the 2011 stats, Mevasa 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mevasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Mevasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mevasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mevasa
- Where is Mevasa located?
- Mevasa village is situated in Okhamandal Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mevasa?
- Mevasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mevasa?
- The pincode of Mevasa is 361335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mevasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mevasa is 865, with 447 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Mevasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mevasa village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mevasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mevasa is 32.49%. The male literacy rate is 41.61%, while the female literacy rate is 22.73%.