Choila - Bayad, Arvalli
Choila is a village situated in the Bayad taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Bayad and around 80 km from Himatnagar. Choila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choila is 511041. The village covers a total geographical area of 1775.55 hectares and falls under the 383325 pincode. Bayad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Choila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choila
As per Census 2011, Choila village has a total population of 8,648 people, consisting of 4,466 males and 4,182 females. The village has 1,806 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 980 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,246 literate and 2,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,648 | 4,466 | 4,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 980 | 518 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 452 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,246 | 3,559 | 2,687 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,402 | 907 | 1,495 |
Nearby Villages of Choila
Choila 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 Choila
Public transport in the Choila is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Choila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bayad to Choila is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Choila is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choila 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Choila
Where is Choila located?
Choila village is located in Bayad Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choila?
Choila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choila?
The pincode of Choila is 383325.
What is the population of Choila?
Choila has a total population of 8,648, including 4,466 males and 4,182 females.
How many households are there in Choila?
There are 1,806 households in Choila.
What is the literacy rate in Choila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choila is 72.22%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 64.25%.