Chakrava - Khambha, Amreli
Chakrava is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Babarpur-kantala-chakravav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakrava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakrava is 515863. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.36 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chakrava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakrava
As per Census 2011, Chakrava village has a total population of 1,428 people, consisting of 737 males and 691 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakrava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,428 | 737 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 122 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 462 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 275 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Chakrava
Chakrava 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 Chakrava
Chakrava 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 >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 Chakrava is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Chakrava is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakrava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakrava 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 Chakrava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakrava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakrava
Where is Chakrava located?
Chakrava village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakrava?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakrava is Babarpur-kantala-chakravav.
What is the pincode of Chakrava?
The pincode of Chakrava is 365650.
What is the population of Chakrava?
Chakrava has a total population of 1,428, including 737 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Chakrava?
There are 234 households in Chakrava.
What is the literacy rate in Chakrava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakrava is 50.63%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 37.77%.