Chitalanka
Chitalanka is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chitalanka village. As per 2009 stats, Chitalanka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitalanka unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Chitalanka’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 Chitalanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitalanka is 450072. The village spans a total geographical area of 762.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Chitalanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitalanka 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 Chitalanka
Population of Chitalanka
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalanka has a total population of about 2,290, with approximately 1,133 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 276 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,135. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.62%, with male literacy at about 71.93% and female literacy near 55.49%. There are around 512 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitalanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,290 | 1,133 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 139 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,135 | 572 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 815 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 318 | 515 |
Connectivity of Chitalanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitalanka. As per the 2011 stats, Chitalanka 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitalanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitalanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitalanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitalanka
- Where is Chitalanka located?
- Chitalanka village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitalanka?
- Chitalanka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitalanka?
- The pincode of Chitalanka is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitalanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitalanka is 2,290, with 1,133 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Chitalanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitalanka village has a total of 512 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitalanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitalanka is 63.62%. The male literacy rate is 71.93%, while the female literacy rate is 55.49%.