Chhatrala - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Chhatrala is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Chhatrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatrala is 508367. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.45 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chhatrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatrala
As per Census 2011, Chhatrala village has a total population of 4,165 people, consisting of 2,168 males and 1,997 females. The village has 716 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 735 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,001 literate and 2,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,165 | 2,168 | 1,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 401 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,001 | 1,228 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,164 | 940 | 1,224 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatrala
Chhatrala 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 Chhatrala
Chhatrala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhatrala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Chhatrala is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chhatrala is about 54 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 Chhatrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatrala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhatrala
Where is Chhatrala located?
Chhatrala village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatrala?
Chhatrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatrala?
The pincode of Chhatrala is 385530.
What is the population of Chhatrala?
Chhatrala has a total population of 4,165, including 2,168 males and 1,997 females.
How many households are there in Chhatrala?
There are 716 households in Chhatrala.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatrala is 48.04%. Male literacy is 56.64% and female literacy is 38.71%.