Chichod - Chhota Udaipur, Chhotaudepur
Chichod is a village situated in the Chhota Udaipur taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Chhota Udaipur and around 85 km from Vadodara. Chichod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichod is 520308. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.64 hectares and falls under the 391156 pincode. Chhota Udaipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chichod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichod
As per Census 2011, Chichod village has a total population of 2,376 people, consisting of 1,264 males and 1,112 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,057 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,376 | 1,264 | 1,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 171 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,360 | 1,254 | 1,106 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 666 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 598 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Chichod
Chichod 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 Chichod
Chichod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Chichod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhota Udaipur to Chichod is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Chichod is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chichod
Where is Chichod located?
Chichod village is located in Chhota Udaipur Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichod?
Chichod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chichod?
The pincode of Chichod is 391156.
What is the population of Chichod?
Chichod has a total population of 2,376, including 1,264 males and 1,112 females.
How many households are there in Chichod?
There are 412 households in Chichod.
What is the literacy rate in Chichod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichod is 44.49%. Male literacy is 52.69% and female literacy is 35.16%.