Chikanvas - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Chikanvas is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Chikanvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikanvas is 507808. The village covers a total geographical area of 859.13 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chikanvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikanvas
According to the 2011 Census, Chikanvas village had a total population of 1,758 people, including 909 males and 849 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.52%, with male literacy at 54.03% and female literacy at 31.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,758.
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 | 1,758 | 909 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 215 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,758 | 909 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 375 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 534 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Chikanvas
Chikanvas 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 Chikanvas
Public transport in the Chikanvas is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Chikanvas is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikanvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikanvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikanvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikanvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikanvas
Where is Chikanvas located?
Chikanvas village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikanvas?
Chikanvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikanvas?
The pincode of Chikanvas is 385001.
What is the population of Chikanvas?
Chikanvas had a total population of 1,758, including 909 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Chikanvas?
Chikanvas had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikanvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikanvas was 42.52%. Male literacy was 54.03% and female literacy was 31.03%.