Acharda - Chuda, Surendranagar
Acharda is a village situated in the Chuda taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chuda and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Acharda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Acharda is 512500. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.64 hectares and falls under the 363421 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Acharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Acharda
According to the 2011 Census, Acharda village had a total population of 899 people, including 482 males and 417 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 90.29% and female literacy at 64.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 899 | 482 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 372 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 110 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Acharda
Acharda 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 Acharda
Public transport in the Acharda 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 Limbdi to Acharda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Acharda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Acharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Acharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Acharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Acharda 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 Acharda
Where is Acharda located?
Acharda village is located in Chuda Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Acharda?
Acharda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Acharda?
The pincode of Acharda is 363421.
What is the population of Acharda?
Acharda had a total population of 899, including 482 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Acharda?
Acharda had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Acharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Acharda was 78.19%. Male literacy was 90.29% and female literacy was 64.46%.