Chipad - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Chipad is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Chipad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chipad is 519978. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.62 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chipad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chipad
According to the 2011 Census, Chipad village had a total population of 944 people, including 503 males and 441 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.22%, with male literacy at 96.14% and female literacy at 89.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 944 | 503 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 423 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 80 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Chipad
Chipad 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 Chipad
Chipad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chipad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Chipad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Chipad is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chipad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chipad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chipad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chipad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chipad
Where is Chipad located?
Chipad village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chipad?
Chipad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chipad?
The pincode of Chipad is 391760.
What is the population of Chipad?
Chipad had a total population of 944, including 503 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Chipad?
Chipad had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chipad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chipad was 93.22%. Male literacy was 96.14% and female literacy was 89.90%.