Chelavada - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Chelavada is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Chelavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelavada is 518802. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.24 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chelavada 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 Chelavada
As per Census 2011, Chelavada village has a total population of 3,399 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,621 females. The village has 605 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,726 literate and 1,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,649 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,399 | 1,778 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 280 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,649 | 1,392 | 1,257 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 1,072 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 706 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Chelavada
Chelavada 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 Chelavada
Public transport in the Chelavada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chelavada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chelavada is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelavada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chelavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelavada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelavada
Where is Chelavada located?
Chelavada village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelavada?
Chelavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelavada?
The pincode of Chelavada is 389380.
What is the population of Chelavada?
Chelavada has a total population of 3,399, including 1,778 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Chelavada?
There are 605 households in Chelavada.
What is the literacy rate in Chelavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelavada is 50.78%. Male literacy is 60.29% and female literacy is 40.35%.