Chhaya - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Chhaya is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chhaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhaya is 516322. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.05 hectares and falls under the 364050 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhaya
As per Census 2011, Chhaya village has a total population of 1,868 people, consisting of 965 males and 903 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,096 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,868 | 965 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 170 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 647 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 318 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Chhaya
Chhaya 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 Chhaya
Public transport in the Chhaya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Alang to Chhaya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chhaya is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhaya 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 Chhaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhaya 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 Chhaya
Where is Chhaya located?
Chhaya village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhaya?
Chhaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhaya?
The pincode of Chhaya is 364050.
What is the population of Chhaya?
Chhaya has a total population of 1,868, including 965 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Chhaya?
There are 299 households in Chhaya.
What is the literacy rate in Chhaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhaya is 58.67%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 49.72%.