Chapar - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Chapar is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalyanpur and around 100 km from Jamnagar. Chapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapar is 513972. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387.02 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chapar 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 Chapar
According to the 2011 Census, Chapar village had a total population of 1,661 people, including 825 males and 836 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 57.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 1,661 | 825 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 46 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 549 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 276 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Chapar
Chapar 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 Chapar
Public transport in the Chapar 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 Chapar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Chapar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chapar
Where is Chapar located?
Chapar village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapar?
Chapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chapar?
The pincode of Chapar is 361306.
What is the population of Chapar?
Chapar had a total population of 1,661, including 825 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Chapar?
Chapar had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapar was 67.90%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 57.73%.