Chitravad - Talala, Gir Somnath
Chitravad is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Talala and around 81 km from Junagadh. Chitravad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitravad is 514939. The village covers a total geographical area of 2168.6 hectares and falls under the 362150 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chitravad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitravad
As per Census 2011, Chitravad village has a total population of 3,954 people, consisting of 2,107 males and 1,847 females. The village has 800 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,698 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitravad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,954 | 2,107 | 1,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 329 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 2,698 | 1,618 | 1,080 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 489 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Chitravad
Chitravad 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 Chitravad
Chitravad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chitravad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Chitravad is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chitravad is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitravad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitravad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitravad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitravad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chitravad
Where is Chitravad located?
Chitravad village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitravad?
Chitravad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitravad?
The pincode of Chitravad is 362150.
What is the population of Chitravad?
Chitravad has a total population of 3,954, including 2,107 males and 1,847 females.
How many households are there in Chitravad?
There are 800 households in Chitravad.
What is the literacy rate in Chitravad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitravad is 68.23%. Male literacy is 76.79% and female literacy is 58.47%.