Chandrapada - Umarpada, Surat
Chandrapada is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Chandrapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapada is 523916. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.15 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chandrapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapada village had a total population of 439 people, including 219 males and 220 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.96%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 53.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 | 439 | 219 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 219 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 143 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 76 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapada
Chandrapada 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 Chandrapada
Chandrapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Chandrapada is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Chandrapada is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapada 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 Chandrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandrapada
Where is Chandrapada located?
Chandrapada village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandrapada?
Chandrapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandrapada?
The pincode of Chandrapada is 394445.
What is the population of Chandrapada?
Chandrapada had a total population of 439, including 219 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapada?
Chandrapada had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapada was 68.96%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 53.01%.