Chhapri - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Chhapri is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chhapri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapri is 516731. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.87 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhapri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapri
As per Census 2011, Chhapri village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,136 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,326 literate and 965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,155 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 184 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 807 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 348 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapri
Chhapri 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 Chhapri
Chhapri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chhapri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Chhapri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chhapri is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhapri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhapri
Where is Chhapri located?
Chhapri village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapri?
Chhapri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhapri?
The pincode of Chhapri is 364295.
What is the population of Chhapri?
Chhapri has a total population of 2,291, including 1,155 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Chhapri?
There are 337 households in Chhapri.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapri is 57.88%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 45.69%.