Chimal - Chikhli, Navsari
Chimal is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from Beerwah and around 22 km from Budgam. Chimal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimal is 000490. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.8 hectares and falls under the 396521 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimal
According to the 2011 Census, Chimal village had a total population of 2,664 people, including 1,391 males and 1,273 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.96%, with male literacy at 64.16% and female literacy at 38.68%.
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 | 2,664 | 1,391 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 339 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 675 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 716 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Chimal
Chimal 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 Chimal
Chimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chimal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chimal
Where is Chimal located?
Chimal village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chimal?
Chimal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chimal?
The pincode of Chimal is 396521.
What is the population of Chimal?
Chimal had a total population of 2,664, including 1,391 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Chimal?
Chimal had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimal was 51.96%. Male literacy was 64.16% and female literacy was 38.68%.