Chavand
Chavand is a village located in Lathi taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Lathi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Chavand village is also a gram panchayat.
Chavand has its own place in the vibrant Amreli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chavand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chavand is 515486. The village spans a total geographical area of 3283.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365435. Lathi is nearest town to Chavand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chavand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chavand
Population of Chavand
Below is a concise population overview of Chavand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,872 | 1,956 | 1,916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 254 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,660 | 1,450 | 1,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 506 | 706 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chavand village:
- The total population of Chavand village is around 3,872, including approximately 1,956 males and 1,916 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 456 children aged 0–6 years in Chavand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chavand village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chavand village is about 68.70%, with male literacy at 74.13% and female literacy at 63.15%.
- There are around 708 households in Chavand village.
Connectivity of Chavand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chavand. As per the 2011 stats, Chavand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chavand
Knowing the nearby villages of Chavand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chavand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chavand
- Where is Chavand located?
- Chavand village is situated in Lathi Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chavand?
- Chavand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chavand?
- The pincode of Chavand is 365435, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chavand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chavand is 3,872, with 1,956 males and 1,916 females.
- How many households are there in Chavand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chavand village has a total of 708 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chavand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chavand is 68.70%. The male literacy rate is 74.13%, while the female literacy rate is 63.15%.