Chitravad
Chitravad is a village located in Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkandorna (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Chitravad village is also a gram panchayat.
Chitravad has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chitravad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitravad is 513293. The village spans a total geographical area of 1804.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360452. Bhayavadar is nearest town to Chitravad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitravad 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 Jetpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitravad
Population of Chitravad
Below is a concise population overview of Chitravad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,811 | 1,458 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 147 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 322 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,029 | 1,105 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 353 | 429 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitravad village:
- The total population of Chitravad village is around 2,811, including approximately 1,458 males and 1,353 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 255 children aged 0–6 years in Chitravad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitravad village has 616 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitravad village is about 72.18%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 68.29%.
- There are around 602 households in Chitravad village.
Connectivity of Chitravad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitravad. As per the 2011 stats, Chitravad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitravad
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitravad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitravad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitravad
- Where is Chitravad located?
- Chitravad village is situated in Jamkandorna Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitravad?
- Chitravad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitravad?
- The pincode of Chitravad is 360452, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitravad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitravad is 2,811, with 1,458 males and 1,353 females.
- How many households are there in Chitravad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitravad village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitravad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitravad is 72.18%. The male literacy rate is 75.79%, while the female literacy rate is 68.29%.