Changada - Tarapur, Anand
Changada is a village situated in the Tarapur taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Changada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changada is 516815. The village covers a total geographical area of 920.67 hectares and falls under the 388180 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Changada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changada
As per Census 2011, Changada village has a total population of 1,620 people, consisting of 849 males and 771 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,620 | 849 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 681 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 168 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Changada
Changada 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 Changada
Public transport in the Changada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Changada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Changada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Changada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Changada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changada 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Changada
Where is Changada located?
Changada village is located in Tarapur Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changada?
Changada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changada?
The pincode of Changada is 388180.
What is the population of Changada?
Changada has a total population of 1,620, including 849 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Changada?
There are 314 households in Changada.
What is the literacy rate in Changada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changada is 69.51%. Male literacy is 80.21% and female literacy is 57.72%.