Chitral - Padra, Vadodara
Chitral is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Chitral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitral is 521069. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.7 hectares and falls under the 391430 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chitral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitral
As per Census 2011, Chitral village has a total population of 1,728 people, consisting of 885 males and 843 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,195 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitral are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chitral
Chitral 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 Chitral
Chitral 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Chitral is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Chitral is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chitral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitral 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitral
Where is Chitral located?
Chitral village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitral?
Chitral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitral?
The pincode of Chitral is 391430.
What is the population of Chitral?
Chitral has a total population of 1,728, including 885 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Chitral?
There are 351 households in Chitral.
What is the literacy rate in Chitral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitral is 69.16%. Male literacy is 77.18% and female literacy is 60.74%.