Chitakwain
Chitakwain is a village located in Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kunkuri (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpur is the gram panchayat of Chitakwain village.
Chitakwain has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Chitakwain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitakwain is 434025. The village spans a total geographical area of 603.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496334. Kunkuri is nearest town to Chitakwain village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitakwain 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 Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Chitakwain
Below is a concise population overview of Chitakwain 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 | 954 | 512 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 189 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 379 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 133 | 206 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitakwain village:
- The total population of Chitakwain village is around 954, including approximately 512 males and 442 females, with a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Chitakwain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitakwain village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 336 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitakwain village is about 64.47%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 53.39%.
- There are around 230 households in Chitakwain village.
Connectivity of Chitakwain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitakwain. As per the 2011 stats, Chitakwain 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitakwain
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitakwain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitakwain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitakwain
- Where is Chitakwain located?
- Chitakwain village is situated in Kunkuri Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitakwain?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitakwain is Narayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitakwain?
- The pincode of Chitakwain is 496334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitakwain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitakwain is 954, with 512 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Chitakwain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitakwain village has a total of 230 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitakwain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitakwain is 64.47%. The male literacy rate is 74.02%, while the female literacy rate is 53.39%.