Chitrasar - Jafrabad, Amreli
Chitrasar is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Chitrasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrasar is 515921. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.69 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chitrasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitrasar
According to the 2011 Census, Chitrasar village had a total population of 3,091 people, including 1,579 males and 1,512 females, living in 480 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.04%, with male literacy at 66.77% and female literacy at 36.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 3,091 | 1,579 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 288 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 862 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,764 | 717 | 1,047 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrasar
Chitrasar 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 Chitrasar
Public transport in the Chitrasar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Chitrasar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Chitrasar 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 Chitrasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitrasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrasar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitrasar
Where is Chitrasar located?
Chitrasar village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrasar?
Chitrasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitrasar?
The pincode of Chitrasar is 365730.
What is the population of Chitrasar?
Chitrasar had a total population of 3,091, including 1,579 males and 1,512 females.
How many households are there in Chitrasar?
Chitrasar had 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrasar was 52.04%. Male literacy was 66.77% and female literacy was 36.93%.