Chhogala - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Chhogala is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Chhogala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhogala is 518430. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.11 hectares and falls under the 389210 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhogala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhogala
As per Census 2011, Chhogala village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 896 males and 818 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhogala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 896 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 582 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 314 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Chhogala
Chhogala 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 Chhogala
Chhogala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Shehera to Chhogala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Chhogala is about 36 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 Chhogala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhogala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhogala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhogala 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 Chhogala
Where is Chhogala located?
Chhogala village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhogala?
Chhogala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhogala?
The pincode of Chhogala is 389210.
What is the population of Chhogala?
Chhogala has a total population of 1,714, including 896 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Chhogala?
There are 323 households in Chhogala.
What is the literacy rate in Chhogala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhogala is 55.13%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 44.38%.