Chavandi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Chavandi is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Chavandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chavandi is 513274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187.89 hectares and falls under the 360452 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chavandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chavandi
According to the 2011 Census, Chavandi village had a total population of 1,638 people, including 797 males and 841 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.65%, with male literacy at 80.32% and female literacy at 65.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,638 | 797 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 144 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 555 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 242 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Chavandi
Chavandi 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 Chavandi
Chavandi 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 Kalavad to Chavandi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chavandi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chavandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chavandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chavandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chavandi 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 Chavandi
Where is Chavandi located?
Chavandi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chavandi?
Chavandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chavandi?
The pincode of Chavandi is 360452.
What is the population of Chavandi?
Chavandi had a total population of 1,638, including 797 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Chavandi?
Chavandi had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chavandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chavandi was 72.65%. Male literacy was 80.32% and female literacy was 65.65%.