Chanchai - Dhari, Amreli
Chanchai is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Chachai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanchai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanchai is 515731. The village covers a total geographical area of 2044.79 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Chanchai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanchai
According to the 2011 Census, Chanchai village had a total population of 655 people, including 360 males and 295 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.70%, with male literacy at 74.35% and female literacy at 54.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 655 | 360 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 229 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 131 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Chanchai
Chanchai 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 Chanchai
Chanchai 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Chanchai is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Chanchai is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanchai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanchai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanchai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanchai 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 Chanchai
Where is Chanchai located?
Chanchai village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanchai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanchai is Chachai.
What is the pincode of Chanchai?
The pincode of Chanchai is 365640.
What is the population of Chanchai?
Chanchai had a total population of 655, including 360 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Chanchai?
Chanchai had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanchai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanchai was 65.70%. Male literacy was 74.35% and female literacy was 54.88%.