Chikhal Kuba - Una, Gir Somnath
Chikhal Kuba is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Una and around 130 km from Junagadh. Chikhal Kuba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhal Kuba is 515376. The village falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chikhal Kuba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhal Kuba
As per Census 2011, Chikhal Kuba village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 268 males and 283 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhal Kuba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 268 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 132 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 136 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhal Kuba
Chikhal Kuba 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 Chikhal Kuba
Chikhal Kuba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chikhal Kuba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Chikhal Kuba is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chikhal Kuba is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhal Kuba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhal Kuba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhal Kuba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhal Kuba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhal Kuba
Where is Chikhal Kuba located?
Chikhal Kuba village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhal Kuba?
Chikhal Kuba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhal Kuba?
The pincode of Chikhal Kuba is 362560.
What is the population of Chikhal Kuba?
Chikhal Kuba has a total population of 551, including 268 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Chikhal Kuba?
There are 93 households in Chikhal Kuba.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhal Kuba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhal Kuba is 42.47%. Male literacy is 49.25% and female literacy is 36.04%.