Chuva - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Chuva is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Vav and around 110 km from Palanpur. Gambhirpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuva is 507396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010.57 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuva
As per Census 2011, Chuva village has a total population of 2,891 people, consisting of 1,526 males and 1,365 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 1,563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,038 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,526 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 295 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,038 | 555 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 843 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,563 | 683 | 880 |
Nearby Villages of Chuva
Chuva 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 Chuva
Chuva 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Chuva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chuva is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuva 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chuva
Where is Chuva located?
Chuva village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuva?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuva is Gambhirpura.
What is the pincode of Chuva?
The pincode of Chuva is 385566.
What is the population of Chuva?
Chuva has a total population of 2,891, including 1,526 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Chuva?
There are 533 households in Chuva.
What is the literacy rate in Chuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuva is 45.94%. Male literacy is 55.24% and female literacy is 35.53%.