Meghavad - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Meghavad is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Meghavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghavad is 513289. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.22 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Meghavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghavad
According to the 2011 Census, Meghavad village had a total population of 866 people, including 454 males and 412 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.43%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 72.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 866 | 454 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 375 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 79 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Meghavad
Meghavad 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 Meghavad
Meghavad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dhoraji to Meghavad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Meghavad is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meghavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghavad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghavad
Where is Meghavad located?
Meghavad village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meghavad?
Meghavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghavad?
The pincode of Meghavad is 360405.
What is the population of Meghavad?
Meghavad had a total population of 866, including 454 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Meghavad?
Meghavad had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghavad was 81.43%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 72.11%.