Chithoda - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Chithoda is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Chithoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chithoda is 509951. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.83 hectares and falls under the 383462 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chithoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chithoda
As per Census 2011, Chithoda village has a total population of 2,719 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,350 females. The village has 601 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,989 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 766 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chithoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,719 | 1,369 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,142 | 565 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 386 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,131 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 238 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Chithoda
Chithoda 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 Chithoda
Public transport in the Chithoda 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 Vijaynagar to Chithoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Chithoda 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 Chithoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chithoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chithoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chithoda 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 Chithoda
Where is Chithoda located?
Chithoda village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chithoda?
Chithoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chithoda?
The pincode of Chithoda is 383462.
What is the population of Chithoda?
Chithoda has a total population of 2,719, including 1,369 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Chithoda?
There are 601 households in Chithoda.
What is the literacy rate in Chithoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chithoda is 73.15%. Male literacy is 82.62% and female literacy is 63.56%.