Chamla - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Chamla is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Chamla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamla is 511402. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.86 hectares and falls under the 382433 pincode. Ahmadabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chamla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamla
According to the 2011 Census, Chamla village had a total population of 2,128 people, including 1,112 males and 1,016 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 63.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,128 | 1,112 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 168 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 844 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 268 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Chamla
Chamla 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 Chamla
Chamla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ahmadabad to Chamla is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Chamla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chamla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamla 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 Chamla
Where is Chamla located?
Chamla village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamla?
Chamla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamla?
The pincode of Chamla is 382433.
What is the population of Chamla?
Chamla had a total population of 2,128, including 1,112 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Chamla?
Chamla had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamla was 76.78%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 63.46%.