Chitral
Chitral is a village located in Padra taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Padra (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Vadodara. As per 2009 stats, Chitral village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitral unique in its vibrant Padra-Vadodara region. You’ll see Chitral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chitral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitral is 521069. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 391430. Padra is nearest town to Chitral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Chitral
Population of Chitral
According to the 2011 Census, Chitral has a total population of about 1,728, with approximately 885 males and 843 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.16%, with male literacy at about 77.18% and female literacy near 60.74%. There are around 351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 885 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 683 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 202 | 331 |
Connectivity of Chitral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitral. As per the 2011 stats, Chitral had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitral
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitral
- Where is Chitral located?
- Chitral village is situated in Padra Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitral?
- Chitral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitral?
- The pincode of Chitral is 391430, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitral is 1,728, with 885 males and 843 females.
- How many households are there in Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitral village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitral is 69.16%. The male literacy rate is 77.18%, while the female literacy rate is 60.74%.