Chopadva - Bhachau, Kachchh
Chopadva is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Chopadva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chopadva is 506668. The village covers a total geographical area of 2219.12 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chopadva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chopadva
As per Census 2011, Chopadva village has a total population of 2,133 people, consisting of 1,264 males and 869 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 687 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,036 literate and 1,097 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chopadva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,133 | 1,264 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 772 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,097 | 492 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Chopadva
Chopadva 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 Chopadva
Chopadva 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 Bhachau to Chopadva is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Chopadva is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chopadva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chopadva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chopadva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chopadva 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 Chopadva
Where is Chopadva located?
Chopadva village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chopadva?
Chopadva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chopadva?
The pincode of Chopadva is 370140.
What is the population of Chopadva?
Chopadva has a total population of 2,133, including 1,264 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Chopadva?
There are 710 households in Chopadva.
What is the literacy rate in Chopadva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chopadva is 48.57%. Male literacy is 61.08% and female literacy is 30.38%.