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.
Here you can discover what makes Kirit unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kirit’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kirit has a total population of about 3,484, with approximately 1,765 males and 1,719 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 506 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 578 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.35%, with male literacy at about 73.37% and female literacy near 53.05%. There are around 786 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kirit's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.