Chosla - Gadhada, Botad
Chosla is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Gadhada and around 70 km from Bhavnagar. Chosla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chosla is 516168. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.03 hectares and falls under the 364740 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chosla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chosla
According to the 2011 Census, Chosla village had a total population of 712 people, including 349 males and 363 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 65.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 712 | 349 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 246 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 103 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Chosla
Chosla 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 Chosla
Public transport in the Chosla is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gadhada to Chosla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Chosla is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chosla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chosla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chosla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chosla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chosla
Where is Chosla located?
Chosla village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chosla?
Chosla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chosla?
The pincode of Chosla is 364740.
What is the population of Chosla?
Chosla had a total population of 712, including 349 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Chosla?
Chosla had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chosla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chosla was 75.22%. Male literacy was 84.83% and female literacy was 65.51%.