Chatrala - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Chatrala is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Chatrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatrala is 508288. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.28 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chatrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatrala
As per Census 2011, Chatrala village has a total population of 705 people, consisting of 371 males and 334 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 371 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 276 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 95 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Chatrala
Chatrala 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 Chatrala
Chatrala 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Chatrala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chatrala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatrala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chatrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatrala
Where is Chatrala located?
Chatrala village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatrala?
Chatrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chatrala?
The pincode of Chatrala is 385535.
What is the population of Chatrala?
Chatrala has a total population of 705, including 371 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Chatrala?
There are 120 households in Chatrala.
What is the literacy rate in Chatrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatrala is 60.00%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 44.01%.