Chitak Wain - Kunkuri, Jashpur
Chitak Wain is a village situated in the Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunkuri and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Joratarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitak Wain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitak Wain is 434043. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.67 hectares and falls under the 496334 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chitak Wain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitak Wain
According to the 2011 Census, Chitak Wain village had a total population of 456 people, including 226 males and 230 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.12%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 62.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 164 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Chitak Wain
Chitak Wain is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chitak Wain
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chitak Wain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Chitak Wain is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitak Wain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitak Wain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chitak Wain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitak Wain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chitak Wain
Where is Chitak Wain located?
Chitak Wain village is located in Kunkuri Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitak Wain?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitak Wain is Joratarai.
What is the pincode of Chitak Wain?
The pincode of Chitak Wain is 496334.
What is the population of Chitak Wain?
Chitak Wain had a total population of 456, including 226 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Chitak Wain?
Chitak Wain had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitak Wain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitak Wain was 73.12%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 62.87%.