Chachlana - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Chachlana is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Kalyanpur and around 119 km from Jamnagar. Chachlana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachlana is 513997. The village covers a total geographical area of 1512.48 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chachlana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachlana
According to the 2011 Census, Chachlana village had a total population of 2,030 people, including 1,038 males and 992 females, living in 396 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.51%, with male literacy at 78.73% and female literacy at 59.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 2,030 | 1,038 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 159 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 692 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 346 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Chachlana
Chachlana 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 Chachlana
Public transport in the Chachlana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Chachlana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Chachlana is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachlana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachlana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chachlana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachlana 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 Chachlana
Where is Chachlana located?
Chachlana village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachlana?
Chachlana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chachlana?
The pincode of Chachlana is 361320.
What is the population of Chachlana?
Chachlana had a total population of 2,030, including 1,038 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Chachlana?
Chachlana had 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chachlana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachlana was 69.51%. Male literacy was 78.73% and female literacy was 59.78%.