Champeli - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Champeli is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Lunawada and around 60 km from Godhra. Champeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champeli is 518280. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.39 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Champeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Champeli
As per Census 2011, Champeli village has a total population of 2,796 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,369 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,621 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,796 | 1,427 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 215 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 1,009 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 418 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Champeli
Champeli 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 Champeli
Champeli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Champeli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Champeli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champeli 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 Champeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champeli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Champeli
Where is Champeli located?
Champeli village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champeli?
Champeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champeli?
The pincode of Champeli is 388270.
What is the population of Champeli?
Champeli has a total population of 2,796, including 1,427 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Champeli?
There are 554 households in Champeli.
What is the literacy rate in Champeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champeli is 57.98%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 44.70%.