Cher - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Cher is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Dhandhuka and around 130 km from Ahmadabad. Cher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cher is 511924. The village covers a total geographical area of 1634.28 hectares and falls under the 382463 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Cher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cher
According to the 2011 Census, Cher village had a total population of 290 people, including 156 males and 134 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.38%, with male literacy at 90.65% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 290 | 156 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 126 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 30 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Cher
Cher 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 Cher
Public transport in the Cher is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Cher is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Cher is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cher 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 Cher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cher 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 Cher
Where is Cher located?
Cher village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cher?
Cher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cher?
The pincode of Cher is 382463.
What is the population of Cher?
Cher had a total population of 290, including 156 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Cher?
Cher had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cher was 80.38%. Male literacy was 90.65% and female literacy was 68.60%.