Chibhda - Lodhika, Rajkot
Chibhda is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Chibhda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chibhda is 513038. The village covers a total geographical area of 2444.22 hectares and falls under the 360035 pincode. Lodhika is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chibhda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chibhda
As per Census 2011, Chibhda village has a total population of 2,450 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 1,192 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,628 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chibhda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,450 | 1,258 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 169 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 160 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 894 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 364 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Chibhda
Chibhda 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 Chibhda
Chibhda 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 Lodhika to Chibhda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chibhda is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chibhda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chibhda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chibhda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chibhda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chibhda
Where is Chibhda located?
Chibhda village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chibhda?
Chibhda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chibhda?
The pincode of Chibhda is 360035.
What is the population of Chibhda?
Chibhda has a total population of 2,450, including 1,258 males and 1,192 females.
How many households are there in Chibhda?
There are 506 households in Chibhda.
What is the literacy rate in Chibhda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chibhda is 66.45%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 61.58%.