Chitaloor - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Chitaloor is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chitaloor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitaloor is 450064. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.88 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chitaloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitaloor
According to the 2011 Census, Chitaloor village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 497 males and 523 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.19%, with male literacy at 48.35% and female literacy at 29.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 497 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 205 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 292 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Chitaloor
Chitaloor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matenar | South | 3.44 km |
| Fulnar | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Balood | West | 3.79 km |
| Pondum | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Balpet | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Badegodre | South | 4.78 km |
| Gumda | North | 4.98 km |
| Murki | South-West | 5.34 km |
| Jaram | East | 5.68 km |
| Bhairamband | West | 6.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitaloor
Chitaloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gidam, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Chitaloor is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitaloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitaloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitaloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitaloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitaloor
Where is Chitaloor located?
Chitaloor village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitaloor?
Chitaloor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitaloor?
The pincode of Chitaloor is 494449.
What is the population of Chitaloor?
Chitaloor had a total population of 1,020, including 497 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Chitaloor?
Chitaloor had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaloor was 38.19%. Male literacy was 48.35% and female literacy was 29.00%.