Chuna - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Chuna is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuna is 516732. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.33 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chuna 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 Chuna
As per Census 2011, Chuna village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 881 males and 846 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 933 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 881 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 499 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 382 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Chuna
Chuna 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 Chuna
Chuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mahuva to Chuna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chuna is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chuna
Where is Chuna located?
Chuna village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuna?
Chuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chuna?
The pincode of Chuna is 364295.
What is the population of Chuna?
Chuna has a total population of 1,727, including 881 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Chuna?
There are 220 households in Chuna.
What is the literacy rate in Chuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuna is 45.98%. Male literacy is 56.64% and female literacy is 34.87%.