Chitapur
Chitapur is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Chitapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitapur unique in its vibrant Darbha-Bastar region. You’ll see Chitapur’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 Chitapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitapur is 449595. The village spans a total geographical area of 2305.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494442. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Chitapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Chitapur
Population of Chitapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitapur has a total population of about 3,267, with approximately 1,547 males and 1,720 females. The sex ratio is around 1111 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 575 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,211. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.42%, with male literacy at about 30.51% and female literacy near 22.73%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,267 | 1,547 | 1,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 575 | 275 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,211 | 1,520 | 1,691 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 472 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,404 | 1,075 | 1,329 |
Connectivity of Chitapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitapur. As per the 2011 stats, Chitapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitapur
- Where is Chitapur located?
- Chitapur village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitapur?
- Chitapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitapur?
- The pincode of Chitapur is 494442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitapur is 3,267, with 1,547 males and 1,720 females.
- How many households are there in Chitapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitapur village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitapur is 26.42%. The male literacy rate is 30.51%, while the female literacy rate is 22.73%.