Chhatar - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Chhatar is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Chhatar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatar is 513820. The village covers a total geographical area of 2667.67 hectares and falls under the 361160 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhatar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatar
As per Census 2011, Chhatar village has a total population of 1,865 people, consisting of 964 males and 901 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,865 | 964 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 724 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 240 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatar
Chhatar 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 Chhatar
Chhatar 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 Kalavad to Chhatar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Chhatar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhatar
Where is Chhatar located?
Chhatar village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatar?
Chhatar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatar?
The pincode of Chhatar is 361160.
What is the population of Chhatar?
Chhatar has a total population of 1,865, including 964 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Chhatar?
There are 412 households in Chhatar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatar is 67.99%. Male literacy is 75.10% and female literacy is 60.38%.