Kiritmal
Kiritmal is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kiritmal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kiritmal has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Kiritmal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kiritmal is 435274. The village spans a total geographical area of 253.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496661. Raigarh is nearest town to Kiritmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kiritmal 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 Kharsia 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.
Google Map of Kiritmal
Population of Kiritmal
Below is a concise population overview of Kiritmal 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 | 1,038 | 509 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 130 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 402 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 107 | 193 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kiritmal village:
- The total population of Kiritmal village is around 1,038, including approximately 509 males and 529 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Kiritmal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kiritmal village has 274 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kiritmal village is about 71.10%, with male literacy at 78.98% and female literacy at 63.52%.
- There are around 261 households in Kiritmal village.
Connectivity of Kiritmal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kiritmal. As per the 2011 stats, Kiritmal 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 Kiritmal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kiritmal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kiritmal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kiritmal
- Where is Kiritmal located?
- Kiritmal village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kiritmal?
- Kiritmal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kiritmal?
- The pincode of Kiritmal is 496661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kiritmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kiritmal is 1,038, with 509 males and 529 females.
- How many households are there in Kiritmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kiritmal village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kiritmal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kiritmal is 71.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.98%, while the female literacy rate is 63.52%.