Chembla - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Chembla is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Shihori and around 85 km from Palanpur. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chembla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chembla is 508537. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.73 hectares and falls under the 385555 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chembla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chembla
According to the 2011 Census, Chembla village had a total population of 271 people, including 142 males and 129 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.49%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 48.31%.
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 | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 116 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 26 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chembla
Chembla 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 Chembla
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chembla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Chembla is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chembla is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chembla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chembla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chembla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chembla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chembla
Where is Chembla located?
Chembla village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chembla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chembla is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Chembla?
The pincode of Chembla is 385555.
What is the population of Chembla?
Chembla had a total population of 271, including 142 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Chembla?
Chembla had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chembla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chembla was 71.49%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 48.31%.