Chilakota - Limkheda, Dahod
Chilakota is a village situated in the Limkheda taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Limkheda and around 24 km from Dohad. Chilakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilakota is 519388. The village covers a total geographical area of 2377.75 hectares and falls under the 389146 pincode. Dohad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chilakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilakota
As per Census 2011, Chilakota village has a total population of 12,816 people, consisting of 6,425 males and 6,391 females. The village has 1,690 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,335 literate and 8,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12,698 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,816 | 6,425 | 6,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,588 | 1,314 | 1,274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12,698 | 6,364 | 6,334 |
| Literate Population | 4,335 | 2,656 | 1,679 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,481 | 3,769 | 4,712 |
Nearby Villages of Chilakota
Chilakota 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 Chilakota
Public transport in the Chilakota is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chilakota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dohad to Chilakota is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chilakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilakota
Where is Chilakota located?
Chilakota village is located in Limkheda Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilakota?
Chilakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilakota?
The pincode of Chilakota is 389146.
What is the population of Chilakota?
Chilakota has a total population of 12,816, including 6,425 males and 6,391 females.
How many households are there in Chilakota?
There are 1,690 households in Chilakota.
What is the literacy rate in Chilakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilakota is 33.82%. Male literacy is 41.34% and female literacy is 26.27%.