Choramba - Mandvi, Surat
Choramba is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Choramba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choramba is 523955. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.95 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Choramba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choramba
According to the 2011 Census, Choramba village had a total population of 1,029 people, including 523 males and 506 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.10%, with male literacy at 66.45% and female literacy at 49.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,025.
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 | 1,029 | 523 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,025 | 520 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 309 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 214 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Choramba
Choramba 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 Choramba
Choramba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Mandvi to Choramba is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Choramba is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choramba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choramba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choramba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choramba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choramba
Where is Choramba located?
Choramba village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choramba?
Choramba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choramba?
The pincode of Choramba is 394440.
What is the population of Choramba?
Choramba had a total population of 1,029, including 523 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Choramba?
Choramba had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choramba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choramba was 58.10%. Male literacy was 66.45% and female literacy was 49.67%.