Movana
Movana is a village located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Movana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Movana unique in its vibrant Keshod-Junagadh region. You’ll see Movana’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 Movana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Movana is 514747. The village spans a total geographical area of 1016.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362220. Keshod is nearest town to Movana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Movana 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Movana
Population of Movana
According to the 2011 Census, Movana has a total population of about 2,592, with approximately 1,339 males and 1,253 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 629 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 73.42%, with male literacy at about 81.78% and female literacy near 64.49%. There are around 556 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Movana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,592 | 1,339 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 315 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,095 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 244 | 445 |
Connectivity of Movana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Movana. As per the 2011 stats, Movana 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 Movana
Knowing the nearby villages of Movana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Movana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Movana
- Where is Movana located?
- Movana village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Movana?
- Movana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Movana?
- The pincode of Movana is 362220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Movana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Movana is 2,592, with 1,339 males and 1,253 females.
- How many households are there in Movana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Movana village has a total of 556 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Movana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Movana is 73.42%. The male literacy rate is 81.78%, while the female literacy rate is 64.49%.