Chamara - Anklav, Anand
Chamara is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Chamara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamara is 517154. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.51 hectares and falls under the 388520 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamara
As per Census 2011, Chamara village has a total population of 5,005 people, consisting of 2,620 males and 2,385 females. The village has 1,020 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,399 literate and 1,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,005 | 2,620 | 2,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 316 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 89 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,399 | 2,047 | 1,352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 573 | 1,033 |
Nearby Villages of Chamara
Chamara 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 Chamara
Public transport in the Chamara 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 Anklav to Chamara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Chamara is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamara 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 Chamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chamara
Where is Chamara located?
Chamara village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamara?
Chamara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamara?
The pincode of Chamara is 388520.
What is the population of Chamara?
Chamara has a total population of 5,005, including 2,620 males and 2,385 females.
How many households are there in Chamara?
There are 1,020 households in Chamara.
What is the literacy rate in Chamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamara is 67.91%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 56.69%.