Chitariya - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Chitariya is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Chitariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitariya is 509927. The village covers a total geographical area of 1714.7 hectares and falls under the 383462 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chitariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitariya
As per Census 2011, Chitariya village has a total population of 4,221 people, consisting of 2,069 males and 2,152 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,921 literate and 1,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,221 | 2,069 | 2,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 314 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,200 | 1,540 | 1,660 |
| Literate Population | 2,921 | 1,661 | 1,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 408 | 892 |
Nearby Villages of Chitariya
Chitariya 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 Chitariya
Chitariya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Chitariya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Chitariya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitariya
Where is Chitariya located?
Chitariya village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitariya?
Chitariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitariya?
The pincode of Chitariya is 383462.
What is the population of Chitariya?
Chitariya has a total population of 4,221, including 2,069 males and 2,152 females.
How many households are there in Chitariya?
There are 866 households in Chitariya.
What is the literacy rate in Chitariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitariya is 69.20%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 58.55%.