Movana - Keshod, Junagadh
Movana is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Movana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movana is 514747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016.39 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Movana 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 Movana
According to the 2011 Census, Movana village had a total population of 2,592 people, including 1,339 males and 1,253 females, living in 556 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.22%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 71.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 629.
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 | 2,592 | 1,339 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 315 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,095 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 244 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Movana
Movana 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 Movana
Public transport in the Movana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Movana.
| 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 Movana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Movana is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Movana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movana 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 Movana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movana 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Movana
Where is Movana located?
Movana village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Movana?
Movana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Movana?
The pincode of Movana is 362220.
What is the population of Movana?
Movana had a total population of 2,592, including 1,339 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Movana?
Movana had 556 households.
What is the literacy rate in Movana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movana was 81.22%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 71.32%.