Chagiya - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Chagiya is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Sutrapada and around 107 km from Junagadh. Chagiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chagiya is 515080. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.42 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chagiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chagiya
As per Census 2011, Chagiya village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,003 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,459 literate and 628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chagiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,084 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 110 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,459 | 840 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 244 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Chagiya
Chagiya 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 Chagiya
Public transport in the Chagiya 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 Sutrapada to Chagiya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chagiya is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chagiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chagiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chagiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chagiya 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 Chagiya
Where is Chagiya located?
Chagiya village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagiya?
Chagiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chagiya?
The pincode of Chagiya is 362268.
What is the population of Chagiya?
Chagiya has a total population of 2,087, including 1,084 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Chagiya?
There are 334 households in Chagiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chagiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chagiya is 69.91%. Male literacy is 77.49% and female literacy is 61.71%.