Chandvegan - Kaprada, Valsad
Chandvegan is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Chandvegan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandvegan is 523539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195.26 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Chandvegan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandvegan
As per Census 2011, Chandvegan village has a total population of 2,874 people, consisting of 1,457 males and 1,417 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,097 literate and 1,777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,872 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandvegan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,457 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 281 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,872 | 1,456 | 1,416 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 674 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,777 | 783 | 994 |
Nearby Villages of Chandvegan
Chandvegan 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 Chandvegan
Chandvegan 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 Dharampur to Chandvegan is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Chandvegan 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 Chandvegan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandvegan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandvegan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandvegan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandvegan
Where is Chandvegan located?
Chandvegan village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandvegan?
Chandvegan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandvegan?
The pincode of Chandvegan is 396067.
What is the population of Chandvegan?
Chandvegan has a total population of 2,874, including 1,457 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Chandvegan?
There are 505 households in Chandvegan.
What is the literacy rate in Chandvegan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandvegan is 38.17%. Male literacy is 46.26% and female literacy is 29.85%.