Champa - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Champa is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Ruvech serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champa is 510127. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.84 hectares and falls under the 383421 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Champa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Champa
According to the 2011 Census, Champa village had a total population of 589 people, including 308 males and 281 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.94%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 589 | 308 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 226 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 82 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Champa
Champa 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 Champa
Champa 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 Idar to Champa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Champa is about 27 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 Champa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Champa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Champa
Where is Champa located?
Champa village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Champa?
The Gram Panchayat of Champa is Ruvech.
What is the pincode of Champa?
The pincode of Champa is 383421.
What is the population of Champa?
Champa had a total population of 589, including 308 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Champa?
Champa had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Champa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champa was 76.94%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 67.86%.