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
As per Census 2011, Chopada village has a total population of 945 people, consisting of 501 males and 444 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 945 | 501 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| 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 has a total population of 945, including 501 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Chopada?
There are 139 households in Chopada.
What is the literacy rate in Chopada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopada is 70.05%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 61.71%.