Chankhva

Chankhva is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Chankhva village is also a gram panchayat.

Chankhva has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chankhva

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chankhva is 514791. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362240. Mangrol is nearest town to Chankhva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chankhva village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chankhva

Below is a concise population overview of Chankhva as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,013 1,041 972
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 152 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 126 59 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,332 782 550
Illiterate Population 681 259 422

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chankhva village:

  • The total population of Chankhva village is around 2,013, including approximately 1,041 males and 972 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Chankhva village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chankhva village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chankhva village is about 66.17%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 56.58%.
  • There are around 340 households in Chankhva village.

Connectivity of Chankhva

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chankhva. As per the 2011 stats, Chankhva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chankhva

Knowing the nearby villages of Chankhva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chankhva.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chankhva

Where is Chankhva located?
Chankhva village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chankhva?
Chankhva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chankhva?
The pincode of Chankhva is 362240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chankhva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chankhva is 2,013, with 1,041 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Chankhva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chankhva village has a total of 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chankhva as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chankhva is 66.17%. The male literacy rate is 75.12%, while the female literacy rate is 56.58%.