Chandvana - Mangrol, Junagadh
Chandvana is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Chandvana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandvana is 514806. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.06 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandvana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandvana
As per Census 2011, Chandvana village has a total population of 3,421 people, consisting of 1,752 males and 1,669 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,290 literate and 1,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandvana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,421 | 1,752 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 202 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 2,290 | 1,295 | 995 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 457 | 674 |
Nearby Villages of Chandvana
Chandvana 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 Chandvana
Public transport in the Chandvana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mangrol to Chandvana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chandvana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandvana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandvana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandvana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandvana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandvana
Where is Chandvana located?
Chandvana village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandvana?
Chandvana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandvana?
The pincode of Chandvana is 362225.
What is the population of Chandvana?
Chandvana has a total population of 3,421, including 1,752 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Chandvana?
There are 628 households in Chandvana.
What is the literacy rate in Chandvana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandvana is 66.94%. Male literacy is 73.92% and female literacy is 59.62%.