Chotil - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Chotil is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Vav and around 85 km from Palanpur. Chotil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotil is 507378. The village covers a total geographical area of 945.42 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chotil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chotil
As per Census 2011, Chotil village has a total population of 2,074 people, consisting of 1,046 males and 1,028 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 1,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 712 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chotil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,046 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 192 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 346 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 661 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 385 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Chotil
Chotil 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 Chotil
Chotil 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 | 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 Tharad to Chotil is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chotil is about 85 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 Chotil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotil 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chotil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chotil
Where is Chotil located?
Chotil village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chotil?
Chotil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chotil?
The pincode of Chotil is 385566.
What is the population of Chotil?
Chotil has a total population of 2,074, including 1,046 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Chotil?
There are 319 households in Chotil.
What is the literacy rate in Chotil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotil is 49.18%. Male literacy is 63.19% and female literacy is 34.92%.