Kirit
Kirit is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kirit village is also a gram panchayat.
Kirit has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kirit
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirit is 436784. The village spans a total geographical area of 893.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495557. Nawagarh is nearest town to Kirit village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirit 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 Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kirit
Population of Kirit
Below is a concise population overview of Kirit as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,484 | 1,765 | 1,719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 276 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 307 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,207 | 1,295 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,277 | 470 | 807 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kirit village:
- The total population of Kirit village is around 3,484, including approximately 1,765 males and 1,719 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 506 children aged 0–6 years in Kirit village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kirit village has 578 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kirit village is about 63.35%, with male literacy at 73.37% and female literacy at 53.05%.
- There are around 786 households in Kirit village.
Connectivity of Kirit
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirit. As per the 2011 stats, Kirit 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kirit
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirit helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirit
- Where is Kirit located?
- Kirit village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirit?
- Kirit serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kirit?
- The pincode of Kirit is 495557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kirit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirit is 3,484, with 1,765 males and 1,719 females.
- How many households are there in Kirit as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirit village has a total of 786 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirit as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirit is 63.35%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 53.05%.