Chandrana - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Chandrana is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Khedbrahma and around 120 km from Himatnagar. Chandrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrana is 509742. The village covers a total geographical area of 1771.99 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chandrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrana
As per Census 2011, Chandrana village has a total population of 5,803 people, consisting of 2,914 males and 2,889 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 4,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,799 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,803 | 2,914 | 2,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,498 | 751 | 747 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,799 | 2,912 | 2,887 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 964 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,126 | 1,950 | 2,176 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrana
Chandrana 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 Chandrana
Chandrana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chandrana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Chandrana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Chandrana is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandrana
Where is Chandrana located?
Chandrana village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrana?
Chandrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandrana?
The pincode of Chandrana is 383422.
What is the population of Chandrana?
Chandrana has a total population of 5,803, including 2,914 males and 2,889 females.
How many households are there in Chandrana?
There are 849 households in Chandrana.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrana is 28.90%. Male literacy is 33.08% and female literacy is 24.68%.