Chonda - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Chonda is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chonda is 516495. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.61 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chonda
According to the 2011 Census, Chonda village had a total population of 578 people, including 280 males and 298 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.02%, with male literacy at 98.80% and female literacy at 99.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 578 | 280 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 246 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Chonda
Chonda 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 Chonda
Public transport in the Chonda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chonda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Chonda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chonda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chonda
Where is Chonda located?
Chonda village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chonda?
Chonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chonda?
The pincode of Chonda is 364265.
What is the population of Chonda?
Chonda had a total population of 578, including 280 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Chonda?
Chonda had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonda was 99.02%. Male literacy was 98.80% and female literacy was 99.23%.