Mevasa - Rapar, Kachchh
Mevasa is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Mevasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mevasa is 506613. The village covers a total geographical area of 2296.16 hectares and falls under the 370145 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mevasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mevasa
As per Census 2011, Mevasa village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 434 males and 428 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mevasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 434 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 200 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 234 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Mevasa
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 Mevasa
Mevasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Mevasa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Mevasa is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mevasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mevasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mevasa
Where is Mevasa located?
Mevasa village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mevasa?
Mevasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mevasa?
The pincode of Mevasa is 370145.
What is the population of Mevasa?
Mevasa has a total population of 862, including 434 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Mevasa?
There are 205 households in Mevasa.
What is the literacy rate in Mevasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mevasa is 38.28%. Male literacy is 46.08% and female literacy is 30.37%.