Chelavat - Kathlal, Kheda
Chelavat is a village situated in the Kathlal taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathlal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Chelavat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelavat is 517371. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.49 hectares and falls under the 387610 pincode. Kapadvanj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chelavat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelavat
As per Census 2011, Chelavat village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 703 males and 700 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelavat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 703 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 549 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 154 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Chelavat
Chelavat 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 Chelavat
Chelavat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chelavat has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kapadvanj to Chelavat is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Chelavat is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelavat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelavat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chelavat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelavat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chelavat
Where is Chelavat located?
Chelavat village is located in Kathlal Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelavat?
Chelavat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelavat?
The pincode of Chelavat is 387610.
What is the population of Chelavat?
Chelavat has a total population of 1,403, including 703 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Chelavat?
There are 277 households in Chelavat.
What is the literacy rate in Chelavat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelavat is 66.00%. Male literacy is 78.09% and female literacy is 53.86%.