Chitravad - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Chitravad is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Chitravad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitravad is 513293. The village covers a total geographical area of 1804.32 hectares and falls under the 360452 pincode. Bhayavadar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitravad
According to the 2011 Census, Chitravad village had a total population of 2,811 people, including 1,458 males and 1,353 females, living in 602 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 84.29% and female literacy at 74.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhayavadar to Chitravad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chitravad is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitravad
Where is Chitravad located?
Chitravad village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot 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 360452.
What is the population of Chitravad?
Chitravad had a total population of 2,811, including 1,458 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Chitravad?
Chitravad had 602 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitravad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitravad was 79.38%. Male literacy was 84.29% and female literacy was 74.22%.