Chanpa - Chotila, Surendranagar
Chanpa is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Chanpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanpa is 512349. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.39 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chanpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanpa
As per Census 2011, Chanpa village has a total population of 831 people, consisting of 412 males and 419 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 412 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 266 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 146 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Chanpa
Chanpa 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 Chanpa
Chanpa 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Chanpa is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Chanpa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanpa 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 Chanpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanpa 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 Chanpa
Where is Chanpa located?
Chanpa village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanpa?
Chanpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanpa?
The pincode of Chanpa is 363520.
What is the population of Chanpa?
Chanpa has a total population of 831, including 412 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Chanpa?
There are 160 households in Chanpa.
What is the literacy rate in Chanpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanpa is 54.39%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 44.39%.