Chandisar - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Chandisar is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chandisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandisar is 508124. The village covers a total geographical area of 2129.3 hectares and falls under the 385510 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chandisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandisar
As per Census 2011, Chandisar village has a total population of 9,972 people, consisting of 5,096 males and 4,876 females. The village has 1,994 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,990 literate and 3,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 642 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 737 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandisar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,972 | 5,096 | 4,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,417 | 734 | 683 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 642 | 330 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 737 | 385 | 352 |
| Literate Population | 5,990 | 3,607 | 2,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,982 | 1,489 | 2,493 |
Nearby Villages of Chandisar
Chandisar 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 Chandisar
Chandisar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chandisar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Chandisar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandisar
Where is Chandisar located?
Chandisar village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandisar?
Chandisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandisar?
The pincode of Chandisar is 385510.
What is the population of Chandisar?
Chandisar has a total population of 9,972, including 5,096 males and 4,876 females.
How many households are there in Chandisar?
There are 1,994 households in Chandisar.
What is the literacy rate in Chandisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandisar is 60.07%. Male literacy is 70.78% and female literacy is 48.87%.