Chitra - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Chitra is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Purandaha Rajawara Pashchim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitra is 219099. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chitra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitra
As per Census 2011, Chitra village has a total population of 4,763 people, consisting of 2,485 males and 2,278 females. The village has 1,040 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 971 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,993 literate and 2,770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,763 | 2,485 | 2,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 971 | 490 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,993 | 1,294 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,770 | 1,191 | 1,579 |
Nearby Villages of Chitra
Chitra 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 Chitra
Chitra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sitamarhi to Chitra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chitra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitra
Where is Chitra located?
Chitra village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitra is Purandaha Rajawara Pashchim.
What is the pincode of Chitra?
The pincode of Chitra is 843330.
What is the population of Chitra?
Chitra has a total population of 4,763, including 2,485 males and 2,278 females.
How many households are there in Chitra?
There are 1,040 households in Chitra.
What is the literacy rate in Chitra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitra is 41.84%. Male literacy is 52.07% and female literacy is 30.68%.