Chitrakot - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Chitrakot is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Chitrakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrakot is 449193. The village covers a total geographical area of 2287.99 hectares and falls under the 494010 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chitrakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitrakot
As per Census 2011, Chitrakot village has a total population of 3,587 people, consisting of 1,791 males and 1,796 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,418 literate and 2,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitrakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,587 | 1,791 | 1,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 256 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,136 | 1,056 | 1,080 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 904 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,169 | 887 | 1,282 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrakot
Chitrakot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pashmitemra | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Benidharaur | East | 4.15 km |
| Badedharaur | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Purvitemra | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Tiratha | North | 4.33 km |
| Mendiri | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Usaribeda | East | 4.80 km |
| Lohandiguda | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Parapur | South | 5.04 km |
| Kurushpal | North-East | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitrakot
Chitrakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dilmili, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Chitrakot is about 35 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 Chitrakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitrakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitrakot
Where is Chitrakot located?
Chitrakot village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrakot?
Chitrakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitrakot?
The pincode of Chitrakot is 494010.
What is the population of Chitrakot?
Chitrakot has a total population of 3,587, including 1,791 males and 1,796 females.
How many households are there in Chitrakot?
There are 834 households in Chitrakot.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrakot is 39.53%. Male literacy is 50.47% and female literacy is 28.62%.