Chitralank - Sayla, Surendranagar
Chitralank is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Chitralank village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitralank is 512418. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.73 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chitralank village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitralank
As per Census 2011, Chitralank village has a total population of 632 people, consisting of 318 males and 314 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 350 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitralank are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 318 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 179 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 139 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Chitralank
Chitralank 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 Chitralank
Public transport in the Chitralank is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Chitralank is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Chitralank is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitralank
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitralank 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 Chitralank
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitralank village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitralank
Where is Chitralank located?
Chitralank village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitralank?
Chitralank is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitralank?
The pincode of Chitralank is 363530.
What is the population of Chitralank?
Chitralank has a total population of 632, including 318 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Chitralank?
There are 101 households in Chitralank.
What is the literacy rate in Chitralank?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitralank is 44.62%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 32.80%.