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.

Here you can discover what makes Chotapa unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Chotapa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

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Population of Chotapa

According to the 2011 Census, Chotapa has a total population of about 1,084, with approximately 557 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 46 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.28%, with male literacy at about 65.71% and female literacy near 33.97%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chotapa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.