Chitrakhada
Chitrakhada is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Chitrakhada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitrakhada unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Chitrakhada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chitrakhada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitrakhada is 512787. The village spans a total geographical area of 1674.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Chitrakhada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitrakhada 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 Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitrakhada
Population of Chitrakhada
According to the 2011 Census, Chitrakhada has a total population of about 1,576, with approximately 799 males and 777 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 305 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.59%, with male literacy at about 54.19% and female literacy near 32.69%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitrakhada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 799 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 155 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 687 | 433 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 366 | 523 |
Connectivity of Chitrakhada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitrakhada. As per the 2011 stats, Chitrakhada 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitrakhada
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitrakhada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitrakhada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitrakhada
- Where is Chitrakhada located?
- Chitrakhada village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitrakhada?
- Chitrakhada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitrakhada?
- The pincode of Chitrakhada is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitrakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitrakhada is 1,576, with 799 males and 777 females.
- How many households are there in Chitrakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitrakhada village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitrakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitrakhada is 43.59%. The male literacy rate is 54.19%, while the female literacy rate is 32.69%.