Chimer - Songadh, Tapi
Chimer is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Chimer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimer is 524686. The village covers a total geographical area of 1595.85 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chimer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimer
As per Census 2011, Chimer village has a total population of 2,480 people, consisting of 1,214 males and 1,266 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 1,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chimer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,480 | 1,214 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 192 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,455 | 1,204 | 1,251 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 537 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 677 | 842 |
Nearby Villages of Chimer
Chimer 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 Chimer
Chimer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Songadh to Chimer is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Chimer is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chimer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chimer
Where is Chimer located?
Chimer village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimer?
Chimer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chimer?
The pincode of Chimer is 394670.
What is the population of Chimer?
Chimer has a total population of 2,480, including 1,214 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Chimer?
There are 419 households in Chimer.
What is the literacy rate in Chimer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimer is 38.75%. Male literacy is 44.23% and female literacy is 33.49%.