Chotapa
Chotapa is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Bevata is the gram panchayat of Chotapa village.
Chotapa has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chotapa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chotapa is 507504. The village spans a total geographical area of 542.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Chotapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chotapa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chotapa
Population of Chotapa
Below is a concise population overview of Chotapa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,084 | 557 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 545 | 366 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 191 | 348 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chotapa village:
- The total population of Chotapa village is around 1,084, including approximately 557 males and 527 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 194 children aged 0–6 years in Chotapa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chotapa village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chotapa village is about 50.28%, with male literacy at 65.71% and female literacy at 33.97%.
- There are around 160 households in Chotapa village.
Connectivity of Chotapa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chotapa. As per the 2011 stats, Chotapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chotapa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chotapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chotapa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chotapa
- Where is Chotapa located?
- Chotapa village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chotapa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chotapa is Bevata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chotapa?
- The pincode of Chotapa is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chotapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chotapa is 1,084, with 557 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Chotapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chotapa village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chotapa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chotapa is 50.28%. The male literacy rate is 65.71%, while the female literacy rate is 33.97%.