Mevasa - Jetpur, Rajkot
Mevasa is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Mevasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mevasa is 513403. The village covers a total geographical area of 2386.1 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mevasa 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 Mevasa
According to the 2011 Census, Mevasa village had a total population of 3,368 people, including 1,706 males and 1,662 females, living in 699 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.13%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 71.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 3,368 | 1,706 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 169 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 178 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,340 | 1,268 | 1,072 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 438 | 590 |
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, 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 Jetpur to Mevasa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Mevasa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mevasa
Where is Mevasa located?
Mevasa village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot 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 360370.
What is the population of Mevasa?
Mevasa had a total population of 3,368, including 1,706 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Mevasa?
Mevasa had 699 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mevasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mevasa was 77.13%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 71.61%.