Chavadka - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Chavadka is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Chavadka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavadka is 507002. The village covers a total geographical area of 2920.97 hectares and falls under the 370675 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Chavadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chavadka
According to the 2011 Census, Chavadka village had a total population of 654 people, including 342 males and 312 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.93%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 52.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 654 | 342 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 216 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 126 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Chavadka
Chavadka 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 Chavadka
Chavadka 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 Bhuj to Chavadka is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavadka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chavadka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavadka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chavadka
Where is Chavadka located?
Chavadka village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chavadka?
Chavadka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavadka?
The pincode of Chavadka is 370675.
What is the population of Chavadka?
Chavadka had a total population of 654, including 342 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Chavadka?
Chavadka had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chavadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavadka was 63.93%. Male literacy was 74.23% and female literacy was 52.79%.