Chanch - Rajula, Amreli
Chanch is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Chanch village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanch is 515992. The village covers a total geographical area of 1763.12 hectares and falls under the 365555 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chanch 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 Chanch
According to the 2011 Census, Chanch village had a total population of 5,830 people, including 2,997 males and 2,833 females, living in 984 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.29%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 39.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 5,830 | 2,997 | 2,833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,016 | 532 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,758 | 1,828 | 930 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,072 | 1,169 | 1,903 |
Nearby Villages of Chanch
Chanch 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 Chanch
Public transport in the Chanch is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajula to Chanch is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Chanch is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanch 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 Chanch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanch 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chanch
Where is Chanch located?
Chanch village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanch?
Chanch is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanch?
The pincode of Chanch is 365555.
What is the population of Chanch?
Chanch had a total population of 5,830, including 2,997 males and 2,833 females.
How many households are there in Chanch?
Chanch had 984 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanch was 57.29%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 39.59%.