Chitrasani - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Chitrasani is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chitrasani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrasani is 508134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1846.84 hectares and falls under the 385010 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chitrasani 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 Chitrasani
As per Census 2011, Chitrasani village has a total population of 3,422 people, consisting of 1,762 males and 1,660 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,189 literate and 1,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitrasani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,422 | 1,762 | 1,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 264 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 2,189 | 1,280 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 482 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrasani
Chitrasani 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 Chitrasani
Chitrasani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chitrasani 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 Chitrasani is about 12 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 Chitrasani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrasani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitrasani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrasani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitrasani
Where is Chitrasani located?
Chitrasani village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrasani?
Chitrasani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitrasani?
The pincode of Chitrasani is 385010.
What is the population of Chitrasani?
Chitrasani has a total population of 3,422, including 1,762 males and 1,660 females.
How many households are there in Chitrasani?
There are 596 households in Chitrasani.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrasani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrasani is 63.97%. Male literacy is 72.64% and female literacy is 54.76%.