Chauda - Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Dadra And Nagar Haveli
Chauda is a village situated in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli taluka of Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu. It is located approximately 23 km from Silvassa and around 23 km from Silvassa. Khanvel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauda is 524982. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.58 hectares and falls under the 396230 pincode. Silvassa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauda
According to the 2011 Census, Chauda village had a total population of 1,118 people, including 562 males and 556 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.06%, with male literacy at 79.27% and female literacy at 50.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 957.
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 | 1,118 | 562 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 957 | 442 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 371 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 191 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Chauda
Chauda 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 Chauda
Chauda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silvassa to Chauda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauda 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 Chauda
Where is Chauda located?
Chauda village is located in Dadra & Nagar Haveli Taluka, Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauda is Khanvel.
What is the pincode of Chauda?
The pincode of Chauda is 396230.
What is the population of Chauda?
Chauda had a total population of 1,118, including 562 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Chauda?
Chauda had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauda was 65.06%. Male literacy was 79.27% and female literacy was 50.75%.