Chitawar
Chitawar is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Chitwar is the gram panchayat of Chitawar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitawar unique in its vibrant Takhatpur-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Chitawar’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 Chitawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitawar is 438618. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495002. Takhatpur is nearest town to Chitawar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitawar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitawar
Population of Chitawar
According to the 2011 Census, Chitawar has a total population of about 1,346, with approximately 681 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 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 295. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.41%, with male literacy at about 66.37% and female literacy near 36.09%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 681 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 122 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 157 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 452 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 229 | 425 |
Connectivity of Chitawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitawar. As per the 2011 stats, Chitawar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitawar
- Where is Chitawar located?
- Chitawar village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitawar is Chitwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitawar?
- The pincode of Chitawar is 495002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitawar is 1,346, with 681 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Chitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitawar village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitawar is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.37%, while the female literacy rate is 36.09%.