Methan
About Methan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Methan village is 512047. Methan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 3896.68 hectares. Methan has a total population of 2,438 peoples, out of which male population is 1,274 while female population is 1,164. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of methan village is 66.24% out of which 74.33% males and 57.39% females are literate. There are about 527 houses in methan village. Pincode of methan village locality is 363310.
When it comes to administration, Methan 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, Methan village comes under Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. Dhrangadhra is nearest town to methan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Methan
The population details of Methan 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 | 2,438 | 1,274 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 265 | 155 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 947 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 327 | 496 |
Connectivity of Methan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Methan
Where is Methan located?
Methan village is situated in Dhrangadhra Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methan?
Methan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Methan?
The pincode of Methan is 363310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Methan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Methan is 2,438, with 1,274 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Methan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Methan village has a total of 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Methan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Methan is 66.24%. The male literacy rate is 74.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.