Chopada - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Chopada is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Chopada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopada is 516621. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.25 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chopada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopada
According to the 2011 Census, Chopada village had a total population of 945 people, including 501 males and 444 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 71.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 945 | 501 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 388 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 113 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Chopada
Chopada 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 Chopada
Chopada 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 Alang to Chopada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chopada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopada 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 Chopada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chopada
Where is Chopada located?
Chopada village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chopada?
Chopada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chopada?
The pincode of Chopada is 364150.
What is the population of Chopada?
Chopada had a total population of 945, including 501 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Chopada?
Chopada had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chopada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopada was 81.13%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 71.35%.