Chhasiya - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Chhasiya is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Jasdan and around 65 km from Rajkot. Chhasiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhasiya is 513097. The village covers a total geographical area of 1959.8 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chhasiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhasiya
As per Census 2011, Chhasiya village has a total population of 4,342 people, consisting of 2,186 males and 2,156 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 754 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,995 literate and 2,347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhasiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,342 | 2,186 | 2,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 383 | 371 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,995 | 1,164 | 831 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,347 | 1,022 | 1,325 |
Nearby Villages of Chhasiya
Chhasiya 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 Chhasiya
Chhasiya 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 Jasdan to Chhasiya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chhasiya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhasiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhasiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhasiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhasiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhasiya
Where is Chhasiya located?
Chhasiya village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhasiya?
Chhasiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhasiya?
The pincode of Chhasiya is 360055.
What is the population of Chhasiya?
Chhasiya has a total population of 4,342, including 2,186 males and 2,156 females.
How many households are there in Chhasiya?
There are 814 households in Chhasiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chhasiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhasiya is 45.95%. Male literacy is 53.25% and female literacy is 38.54%.