Methan

Methan is a village located in Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dhrangadhra (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Methan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Methan unique in its vibrant Dhrangadhra-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Methan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Methan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Methan is 512047. The village spans a total geographical area of 3896.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363310. Dhrangadhra is nearest town to Methan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Methan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Methan

Population of Methan

According to the 2011 Census, Methan has a total population of about 2,438, with approximately 1,274 males and 1,164 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 229 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.24%, with male literacy at about 74.33% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Methan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Methan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Methan. As per the 2011 stats, Methan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Methan

Knowing the nearby villages of Methan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Methan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Methan