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
As per Census 2011, Chikasar village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 841 males and 802 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 993 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 841 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,643, including 841 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Chikasar?
There are 313 households in Chikasar.
What is the literacy rate in Chikasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikasar is 60.44%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 49.00%.