Chhansara - Santalpur, Patan
Chhansara is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Chhansara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhansara is 508654. The village covers a total geographical area of 2909.94 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chhansara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhansara
According to the 2011 Census, Chhansara village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 848 males and 808 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 42.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 848 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 192 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 533 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 315 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Chhansara
Chhansara 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 Chhansara
Chhansara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chhansara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Chhansara is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Chhansara is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhansara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhansara 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 Chhansara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhansara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhansara
Where is Chhansara located?
Chhansara village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhansara?
Chhansara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhansara?
The pincode of Chhansara is 385360.
What is the population of Chhansara?
Chhansara had a total population of 1,656, including 848 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Chhansara?
Chhansara had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhansara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhansara was 62.37%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 42.56%.