Chhaniyar - Detroj-Rampura, Ahmedabad
Chhaniyar is a village situated in the Detroj-Rampura taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Detroj and around 75 km from Ahmadabad. Chhaniyar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaniyar is 511484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1279.48 hectares and falls under the 382140 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chhaniyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaniyar
As per Census 2011, Chhaniyar village has a total population of 2,097 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 1,010 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhaniyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,097 | 1,087 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 779 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 308 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaniyar
Chhaniyar 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 Chhaniyar
Chhaniyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chhaniyar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Chhaniyar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Chhaniyar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaniyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaniyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhaniyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaniyar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhaniyar
Where is Chhaniyar located?
Chhaniyar village is located in Detroj-Rampura Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaniyar?
Chhaniyar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhaniyar?
The pincode of Chhaniyar is 382140.
What is the population of Chhaniyar?
Chhaniyar has a total population of 2,097, including 1,087 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Chhaniyar?
There are 409 households in Chhaniyar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaniyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaniyar is 58.94%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 45.25%.