Chichpada - Kaprada, Valsad
Chichpada is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Mani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichpada is 523536. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.08 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chichpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichpada
According to the 2011 Census, Chichpada village had a total population of 338 people, including 175 males and 163 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.58%, with male literacy at 63.19% and female literacy at 55.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 338 | 175 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 173 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 84 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chichpada
Chichpada 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 Chichpada
Chichpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharampur to Chichpada is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Chichpada is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichpada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chichpada
Where is Chichpada located?
Chichpada village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chichpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichpada is Mani.
What is the pincode of Chichpada?
The pincode of Chichpada is 396067.
What is the population of Chichpada?
Chichpada had a total population of 338, including 175 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Chichpada?
Chichpada had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichpada was 59.58%. Male literacy was 63.19% and female literacy was 55.94%.