Chhelanka - Visavadar, Junagadh
Chhelanka is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Chhelanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhelanka is 514604. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.9 hectares and falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chhelanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhelanka
According to the 2011 Census, Chhelanka village had a total population of 924 people, including 475 males and 449 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.50%, with male literacy at 87.24% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 924 | 475 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 52 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 376 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 99 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Chhelanka
Chhelanka 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 Chhelanka
Chhelanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chhelanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Visavadar to Chhelanka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chhelanka is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhelanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhelanka 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 Chhelanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhelanka 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 Chhelanka
Where is Chhelanka located?
Chhelanka village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhelanka?
Chhelanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhelanka?
The pincode of Chhelanka is 362130.
What is the population of Chhelanka?
Chhelanka had a total population of 924, including 475 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Chhelanka?
Chhelanka had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhelanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhelanka was 80.50%. Male literacy was 87.24% and female literacy was 73.33%.