Chandli - Lodhika, Rajkot
Chandli is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Chandli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandli is 513040. The village covers a total geographical area of 1794.38 hectares and falls under the 360035 pincode. Lodhika is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chandli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandli
As per Census 2011, Chandli village has a total population of 2,065 people, consisting of 1,033 males and 1,032 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,065 | 1,033 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 230 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 723 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 310 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Chandli
Chandli 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 Chandli
Public transport in the Chandli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lodhika to Chandli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chandli is about 35 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 Chandli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chandli
Where is Chandli located?
Chandli village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandli?
Chandli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandli?
The pincode of Chandli is 360035.
What is the population of Chandli?
Chandli has a total population of 2,065, including 1,033 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Chandli?
There are 448 households in Chandli.
What is the literacy rate in Chandli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandli is 64.94%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 59.88%.