Methan - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Methan is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Methan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Methan is 512047. The village covers a total geographical area of 3896.68 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Methan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Methan
As per Census 2011, Methan village has a total population of 2,438 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,164 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,615 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Methan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,438 | 1,274 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 155 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 947 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 327 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Methan
Methan 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 Methan
Methan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrangadhra to Methan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Methan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Methan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Methan 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 Methan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Methan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Methan
Where is Methan located?
Methan village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Methan?
Methan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Methan?
The pincode of Methan is 363310.
What is the population of Methan?
Methan has a total population of 2,438, including 1,274 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Methan?
There are 527 households in Methan.
What is the literacy rate in Methan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Methan is 66.24%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 57.39%.