Chitalnar
Chitalnar is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chitalnar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitalnar unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Chitalnar’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 Chitalnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitalnar is 450573. The village spans a total geographical area of 1291.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Chitalnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitalnar 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitalnar
Population of Chitalnar
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalnar has a total population of about 1,658, with approximately 792 males and 866 females. The sex ratio is around 1093 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,373. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.80%, with male literacy at about 31.94% and female literacy near 14.43%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitalnar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 792 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 119 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,373 | 657 | 716 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 253 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 539 | 741 |
Connectivity of Chitalnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitalnar. As per the 2011 stats, Chitalnar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitalnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitalnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitalnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitalnar
- Where is Chitalnar located?
- Chitalnar village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitalnar?
- Chitalnar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitalnar?
- The pincode of Chitalnar is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitalnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitalnar is 1,658, with 792 males and 866 females.
- How many households are there in Chitalnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitalnar village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitalnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitalnar is 22.80%. The male literacy rate is 31.94%, while the female literacy rate is 14.43%.