Changa - Petlad, Anand
Changa is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Changa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changa is 516950. The village covers a total geographical area of 1485.64 hectares and falls under the 388421 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Changa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changa
As per Census 2011, Changa village has a total population of 7,536 people, consisting of 3,961 males and 3,575 females. The village has 1,552 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 922 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,047 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,536 | 3,961 | 3,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 922 | 498 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 233 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 6,047 | 3,299 | 2,748 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 662 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Changa
Changa 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 Changa
Changa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Changa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Changa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Changa is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Changa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changa 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 Changa
Where is Changa located?
Changa village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changa?
Changa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changa?
The pincode of Changa is 388421.
What is the population of Changa?
Changa has a total population of 7,536, including 3,961 males and 3,575 females.
How many households are there in Changa?
There are 1,552 households in Changa.
What is the literacy rate in Changa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changa is 80.24%. Male literacy is 83.29% and female literacy is 76.87%.