Chotil
Chotil is a village located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Chotil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chotil unique in its vibrant Vav-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Chotil’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 Chotil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chotil is 507378. The village spans a total geographical area of 945.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385575. Tharad is nearest town to Chotil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chotil 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 Vav 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 Chotil
Population of Chotil
According to the 2011 Census, Chotil has a total population of about 2,074, with approximately 1,046 males and 1,028 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 712 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 49.18%, with male literacy at about 63.19% and female literacy near 34.92%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chotil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,046 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 192 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 346 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 661 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 385 | 669 |
Connectivity of Chotil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chotil. As per the 2011 stats, Chotil 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chotil
Knowing the nearby villages of Chotil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chotil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chotil
- Where is Chotil located?
- Chotil village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chotil?
- Chotil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chotil?
- The pincode of Chotil is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chotil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chotil is 2,074, with 1,046 males and 1,028 females.
- How many households are there in Chotil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chotil village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chotil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chotil is 49.18%. The male literacy rate is 63.19%, while the female literacy rate is 34.92%.