Mesvan Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Mesvan is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Mesvan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mesvan is 514758. The village covers a total geographical area of 2194.34 hectares and falls under the 362227 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mesvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mesvan
As per Census 2011, Mesvan village has a total population of 6,191 people, consisting of 3,201 males and 2,990 females. The village has 1,379 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,488 literate and 1,703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 897 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mesvan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,191 | 3,201 | 2,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 278 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 897 | 457 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,488 | 2,545 | 1,943 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,703 | 656 | 1,047 |
Nearby Villages of Mesvan
Mesvan 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 Mesvan
Public transport in the Mesvan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mesvan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Mesvan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Mesvan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mesvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mesvan 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 Mesvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mesvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mesvan
Where is Mesvan located?
Mesvan village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mesvan?
Mesvan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mesvan?
The pincode of Mesvan is 362227.
What is the population of Mesvan?
Mesvan has a total population of 6,191, including 3,201 males and 2,990 females.
How many households are there in Mesvan?
There are 1,379 households in Mesvan.
What is the literacy rate in Mesvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mesvan is 72.49%. Male literacy is 79.51% and female literacy is 64.98%.