Chhaniyana - Vadgam, Banas Kantha
Chhaniyana is a village situated in the Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgam and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Chhaniyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaniyana is 508019. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.78 hectares and falls under the 385410 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chhaniyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaniyana
As per Census 2011, Chhaniyana village has a total population of 2,461 people, consisting of 1,230 males and 1,231 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,706 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhaniyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,461 | 1,230 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 151 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 314 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 960 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 270 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaniyana
Chhaniyana 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 Chhaniyana
Chhaniyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Chhaniyana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaniyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaniyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhaniyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaniyana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chhaniyana
Where is Chhaniyana located?
Chhaniyana village is located in Vadgam Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaniyana?
Chhaniyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhaniyana?
The pincode of Chhaniyana is 385410.
What is the population of Chhaniyana?
Chhaniyana has a total population of 2,461, including 1,230 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Chhaniyana?
There are 520 households in Chhaniyana.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaniyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaniyana is 69.32%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 60.60%.