Chandravada - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Chandravada is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Kalyanpur and around 105 km from Jamnagar. Chandravada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandravada is 514001. The village covers a total geographical area of 1640.37 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Porbandar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chandravada 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 Chandravada
As per Census 2011, Chandravada village has a total population of 2,241 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,086 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandravada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,241 | 1,155 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 771 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 384 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Chandravada
Chandravada 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 Chandravada
Public transport in the Chandravada 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 Porbandar to Chandravada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Chandravada is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandravada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandravada 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 Chandravada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandravada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandravada
Where is Chandravada located?
Chandravada village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandravada?
Chandravada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandravada?
The pincode of Chandravada is 361325.
What is the population of Chandravada?
Chandravada has a total population of 2,241, including 1,155 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Chandravada?
There are 516 households in Chandravada.
What is the literacy rate in Chandravada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandravada is 58.95%. Male literacy is 66.75% and female literacy is 50.64%.