Chatha - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Chatha is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Chatha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatha is 518744. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.63 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatha
As per Census 2011, Chatha village has a total population of 2,593 people, consisting of 1,280 males and 1,313 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 1,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,280 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 217 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 288 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 761 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 519 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Chatha
Chatha 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 Chatha
Chatha 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 | 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 Devgadbaria to Chatha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chatha is about 27 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 Chatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatha 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 Chatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatha
Where is Chatha located?
Chatha village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatha?
Chatha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chatha?
The pincode of Chatha is 389380.
What is the population of Chatha?
Chatha has a total population of 2,593, including 1,280 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Chatha?
There are 435 households in Chatha.
What is the literacy rate in Chatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatha is 46.16%. Male literacy is 59.45% and female literacy is 33.21%.