Chunel - Mahudha, Kheda
Chunel is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Chunel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunel is 517680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1573.57 hectares and falls under the 387330 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chunel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunel
As per Census 2011, Chunel village has a total population of 6,772 people, consisting of 3,540 males and 3,232 females. The village has 1,370 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,782 literate and 1,990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,772 | 3,540 | 3,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 428 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 158 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 4,782 | 2,793 | 1,989 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,990 | 747 | 1,243 |
Nearby Villages of Chunel
Chunel 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 Chunel
Chunel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chunel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Chunel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chunel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chunel
Where is Chunel located?
Chunel village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunel?
Chunel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunel?
The pincode of Chunel is 387330.
What is the population of Chunel?
Chunel has a total population of 6,772, including 3,540 males and 3,232 females.
How many households are there in Chunel?
There are 1,370 households in Chunel.
What is the literacy rate in Chunel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunel is 70.61%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 61.54%.