Chitaloor
Chitaloor is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bakawand (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Chitaloor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitaloor unique in its vibrant Bakavand-Bastar region. You’ll see Chitaloor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chitaloor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitaloor is 449491. The village spans a total geographical area of 760.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494001. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Chitaloor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Chitaloor
Population of Chitaloor
According to the 2011 Census, Chitaloor has a total population of about 1,367, with approximately 673 males and 694 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 961. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.16%, with male literacy at about 47.55% and female literacy near 27.09%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitaloor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 673 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 112 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 961 | 479 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 320 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 353 | 506 |
Connectivity of Chitaloor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitaloor. As per the 2011 stats, Chitaloor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitaloor
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitaloor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitaloor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitaloor
Where is Chitaloor located?
Chitaloor village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitaloor?
Chitaloor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chitaloor?
The pincode of Chitaloor is 494001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chitaloor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitaloor is 1,367, with 673 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Chitaloor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitaloor village has a total of 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaloor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitaloor is 37.16%. The male literacy rate is 47.55%, while the female literacy rate is 27.09%.