Chirtad - Kalsi, Dehradun
Chirtad is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Chitad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirtad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirtad is 044819. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.1 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Chirtad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirtad
According to the 2011 Census, Chirtad village had a total population of 384 people, including 214 males and 170 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.03%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 384 | 214 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 121 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 136 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 78 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Chirtad
Chirtad 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 Chirtad
Chirtad 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 Vikasnagar to Chirtad is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Chirtad is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirtad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirtad 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chirtad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirtad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chirtad
Where is Chirtad located?
Chirtad village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirtad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirtad is Chitad.
What is the pincode of Chirtad?
The pincode of Chirtad is 248001.
What is the population of Chirtad?
Chirtad had a total population of 384, including 214 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Chirtad?
Chirtad had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirtad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirtad was 63.03%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 48.98%.