Champa - Vadnagar, Mahesana
Champa is a village situated in the Vadnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Champa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champa is 509359. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.43 hectares and falls under the 384355 pincode. Vadnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Champa 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 Champa
As per Census 2011, Champa village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 591 males and 616 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 591 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 411 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 180 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Champa
Champa 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 Champa
Public transport in the Champa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadnagar to Champa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Champa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Champa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Champa
Where is Champa located?
Champa village is located in Vadnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champa?
Champa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champa?
The pincode of Champa is 384355.
What is the population of Champa?
Champa has a total population of 1,207, including 591 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Champa?
There are 230 households in Champa.
What is the literacy rate in Champa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champa is 52.53%. Male literacy is 69.54% and female literacy is 36.20%.