Chikasar - Dasada, Surendranagar
Chikasar is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Chikasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikasar is 512114. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.43 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chikasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikasar
According to the 2011 Census, Chikasar village had a total population of 1,643 people, including 841 males and 802 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 82.53% and female literacy at 57.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 1,643 | 841 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 993 | 600 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 241 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Chikasar
Chikasar 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 Chikasar
Chikasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Patdi to Chikasar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Chikasar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikasar
Where is Chikasar located?
Chikasar village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikasar?
Chikasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikasar?
The pincode of Chikasar is 363765.
What is the population of Chikasar?
Chikasar had a total population of 1,643, including 841 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Chikasar?
Chikasar had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikasar was 70.13%. Male literacy was 82.53% and female literacy was 57.04%.