Chhitrauli - Dhanarua, Patna
Chhitrauli is a village situated in the Dhanarua subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanarua and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Hulaschakbir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhitrauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhitrauli is 245952. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 804451 pincode. Masaurhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chhitrauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhitrauli
According to the 2011 Census, Chhitrauli village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 690 males and 677 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.28%, with male literacy at 59.56% and female literacy at 37.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 1,367 | 690 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 327 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 363 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Chhitrauli
Chhitrauli 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 Chhitrauli
Chhitrauli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Masaurhi to Chhitrauli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Chhitrauli is about 24 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 Chhitrauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhitrauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhitrauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhitrauli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhitrauli
Where is Chhitrauli located?
Chhitrauli village is located in Dhanarua Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhitrauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhitrauli is Hulaschakbir.
What is the pincode of Chhitrauli?
The pincode of Chhitrauli is 804451.
What is the population of Chhitrauli?
Chhitrauli had a total population of 1,367, including 690 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Chhitrauli?
Chhitrauli had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhitrauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhitrauli was 48.28%. Male literacy was 59.56% and female literacy was 37.07%.