Chitarpur - Lundra, Surguja
Chitarpur is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Chitarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitarpur is 433346. The village covers a total geographical area of 648 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chitarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitarpur village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 851 males and 835 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.63%, with male literacy at 55.54% and female literacy at 37.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,344.
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 | 1,686 | 851 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 174 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,344 | 673 | 671 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 376 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 475 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Chitarpur
Chitarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalgali | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Koilari | West | 2.24 km |
| Sapda | East | 2.30 km |
| Kirkima | South | 2.31 km |
| Rawai | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Nagam | South | 3.74 km |
| Gagoli | West | 4.14 km |
| Kakni | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Dumardih | North | 4.52 km |
| Pasena | South-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitarpur
Chitarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.6 km.
| 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 Rajpur to Chitarpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Chitarpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chitarpur
Where is Chitarpur located?
Chitarpur village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitarpur?
Chitarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitarpur?
The pincode of Chitarpur is 497101.
What is the population of Chitarpur?
Chitarpur had a total population of 1,686, including 851 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Chitarpur?
Chitarpur had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitarpur was 46.63%. Male literacy was 55.54% and female literacy was 37.85%.