Chhelpura - Satlasana, Mahesana
Chhelpura is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Dharavania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhelpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhelpura is 509193. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.18 hectares and falls under the 384360 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chhelpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhelpura
According to the 2011 Census, Chhelpura village had a total population of 523 people, including 266 males and 257 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.58%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 65.77%.
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 | 523 | 266 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 200 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 66 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chhelpura
Chhelpura 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 Chhelpura
Chhelpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chhelpura 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 Kheralu to Chhelpura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Chhelpura is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhelpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhelpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhelpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhelpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhelpura
Where is Chhelpura located?
Chhelpura village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhelpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhelpura is Dharavania.
What is the pincode of Chhelpura?
The pincode of Chhelpura is 384360.
What is the population of Chhelpura?
Chhelpura had a total population of 523, including 266 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Chhelpura?
Chhelpura had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhelpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhelpura was 77.58%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 65.77%.