Chitroda
Chitroda is a village located in Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Vadgam (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Chitroda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitroda unique in its vibrant Vadgam-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Chitroda’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 Chitroda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitroda is 508057. The village spans a total geographical area of 911.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385421. Palanpur is nearest town to Chitroda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitroda 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 Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitroda
Population of Chitroda
According to the 2011 Census, Chitroda has a total population of about 2,695, with approximately 1,395 males and 1,300 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 836 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.53%, with male literacy at about 74.27% and female literacy near 56.15%. There are around 543 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitroda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,695 | 1,395 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 207 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 428 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 1,036 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 929 | 359 | 570 |
Connectivity of Chitroda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitroda. As per the 2011 stats, Chitroda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitroda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitroda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitroda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitroda
- Where is Chitroda located?
- Chitroda village is situated in Vadgam Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitroda?
- Chitroda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitroda?
- The pincode of Chitroda is 385421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitroda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitroda is 2,695, with 1,395 males and 1,300 females.
- How many households are there in Chitroda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitroda village has a total of 543 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitroda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitroda is 65.53%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 56.15%.