Chitaliya - Jasdan, Rajkot
Chitaliya is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Chitaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitaliya is 513156. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.32 hectares and falls under the 360060 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chitaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Chitaliya village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 624 males and 619 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 85.99% and female literacy at 57.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,243 | 624 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 448 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 176 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Chitaliya
Chitaliya 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 Chitaliya
Chitaliya 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Chitaliya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chitaliya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitaliya
Where is Chitaliya located?
Chitaliya village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitaliya?
Chitaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitaliya?
The pincode of Chitaliya is 360060.
What is the population of Chitaliya?
Chitaliya had a total population of 1,243, including 624 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Chitaliya?
Chitaliya had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaliya was 71.76%. Male literacy was 85.99% and female literacy was 57.11%.