Chitrodi - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Chitrodi is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Chitrodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrodi is 509943. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.78 hectares and falls under the 383246 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chitrodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitrodi
As per Census 2011, Chitrodi village has a total population of 1,970 people, consisting of 992 males and 978 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,421 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,858 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitrodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,970 | 992 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 159 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,858 | 939 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 1,421 | 808 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 184 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrodi
Chitrodi 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 Chitrodi
Chitrodi 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 >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 Chitrodi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Chitrodi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitrodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitrodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrodi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chitrodi
Where is Chitrodi located?
Chitrodi village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrodi?
Chitrodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitrodi?
The pincode of Chitrodi is 383246.
What is the population of Chitrodi?
Chitrodi has a total population of 1,970, including 992 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Chitrodi?
There are 406 households in Chitrodi.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrodi is 72.13%. Male literacy is 81.45% and female literacy is 62.68%.