Changa - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Changa is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Jamnagar and around 18 km from Jamnagar. Changa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changa is 513653. The village covers a total geographical area of 1858.11 hectares and falls under the 361012 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Changa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changa
According to the 2011 Census, Changa village had a total population of 1,692 people, including 847 males and 845 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 64.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 1,692 | 847 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 599 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 248 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Changa
Changa 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 Changa
Changa 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 Jamnagar to Changa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Changa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changa 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 Changa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changa 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 Changa
Where is Changa located?
Changa village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changa?
Changa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Changa?
The pincode of Changa is 361012.
What is the population of Changa?
Changa had a total population of 1,692, including 847 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Changa?
Changa had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changa was 72.70%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 64.75%.