Mena - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Mena is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Khanpur and around 75 km from Godhra. Mena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mena is 517827. The village covers a total geographical area of 885.8 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mena
As per Census 2011, Mena village has a total population of 2,218 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,101 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,218 | 1,117 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 183 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 689 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 428 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Mena
Mena 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 Mena
Public transport in the Mena is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Mena is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Mena is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mena 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 Mena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mena 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 Mena
Where is Mena located?
Mena village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mena?
Mena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mena?
The pincode of Mena is 389230.
What is the population of Mena?
Mena has a total population of 2,218, including 1,117 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Mena?
There are 435 households in Mena.
What is the literacy rate in Mena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mena is 50.32%. Male literacy is 61.68% and female literacy is 38.78%.