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
According to the 2011 Census, Mena village had a total population of 2,218 people, including 1,117 males and 1,101 females, living in 435 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.59%, with male literacy at 73.77% and female literacy at 47.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 2,218 | 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 had a total population of 2,218, including 1,117 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Mena?
Mena had 435 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mena was 60.59%. Male literacy was 73.77% and female literacy was 47.03%.