Champalnar - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Champalnar is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Champalnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champalnar is 510485. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.53 hectares and falls under the 383030 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Champalnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Champalnar
According to the 2011 Census, Champalnar village had a total population of 1,296 people, including 706 males and 590 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.42%, with male literacy at 93.16% and female literacy at 68.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 1,296 | 706 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 92 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 572 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 134 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Champalnar
Champalnar 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 Champalnar
Champalnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Himatnagar to Champalnar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champalnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champalnar 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 Champalnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champalnar 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 Champalnar
Where is Champalnar located?
Champalnar village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Champalnar?
Champalnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champalnar?
The pincode of Champalnar is 383030.
What is the population of Champalnar?
Champalnar had a total population of 1,296, including 706 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Champalnar?
Champalnar had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Champalnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champalnar was 81.42%. Male literacy was 93.16% and female literacy was 68.03%.