Finchal - Chanasma, Patan
Finchal is a village situated in the Chanasma taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanasma and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Finchal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Finchal is 509071. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.81 hectares and falls under the 384220 pincode. Chanasma is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Finchal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Finchal
As per Census 2011, Finchal village has a total population of 1,148 people, consisting of 607 males and 541 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 789 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Finchal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,148 | 607 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 127 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 481 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 126 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Finchal
Finchal 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 Finchal
Public transport in the Finchal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Finchal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanasma to Finchal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Finchal is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Finchal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Finchal 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 Finchal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Finchal 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 Finchal
Where is Finchal located?
Finchal village is located in Chanasma Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Finchal?
Finchal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Finchal?
The pincode of Finchal is 384220.
What is the population of Finchal?
Finchal has a total population of 1,148, including 607 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Finchal?
There are 248 households in Finchal.
What is the literacy rate in Finchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Finchal is 68.73%. Male literacy is 79.24% and female literacy is 56.93%.