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
As per Census 2011, Chitaloor village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 497 males and 523 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitaloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 497 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,020, including 497 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Chitaloor?
There are 289 households in Chitaloor.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaloor is 33.43%. Male literacy is 41.25% and female literacy is 26.00%.