Meghavad
About Meghavad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Meghavad village is 513289. Meghavad village is located in Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkandorna (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Meghavad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 938.22 hectares. Meghavad has a total population of 866 peoples, out of which male population is 454 while female population is 412. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 907 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of meghavad village is 74.94% out of which 82.60% males and 66.50% females are literate. There are about 190 houses in meghavad village. Pincode of meghavad village locality is 360405.
When it comes to administration, Meghavad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Meghavad village comes under Jetpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency. Dhoraji is nearest town to meghavad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Meghavad
The population details of Meghavad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 866 | 454 | 412 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 649 | 375 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 79 | 138 |
Connectivity of Meghavad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meghavad
Where is Meghavad located?
Meghavad village is situated in Jamkandorna Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghavad?
Meghavad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Meghavad?
The pincode of Meghavad is 360405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meghavad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghavad is 866, with 454 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Meghavad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meghavad village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghavad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghavad is 74.94%. The male literacy rate is 82.60%, while the female literacy rate is 66.50%.