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
According to the 2011 Census, Chitrodi village had a total population of 1,970 people, including 992 males and 978 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.18%, with male literacy at 97.00% and female literacy at 71.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,858.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,970, including 992 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Chitrodi?
Chitrodi had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrodi was 84.18%. Male literacy was 97.00% and female literacy was 71.70%.