Chandra Nagar - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Chandra Nagar is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Chandra Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandra Nagar is 518792. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.28 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chandra Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandra Nagar
As per Census 2011, Chandra Nagar village has a total population of 2,336 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,118 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,271 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 941 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandra Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,336 | 1,218 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 941 | 490 | 451 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 818 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 400 | 665 |
Nearby Villages of Chandra Nagar
Chandra Nagar 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 Chandra Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chandra Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Chandra Nagar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chandra Nagar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandra Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandra Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandra Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandra Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandra Nagar
Where is Chandra Nagar located?
Chandra Nagar village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra Nagar?
Chandra Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandra Nagar?
The pincode of Chandra Nagar is 389380.
What is the population of Chandra Nagar?
Chandra Nagar has a total population of 2,336, including 1,218 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Chandra Nagar?
There are 435 households in Chandra Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandra Nagar is 54.41%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 40.52%.