Jhitkatola
Jhitkatola is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Kanker.
Jhitkatola has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Jhitkatola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhitkatola is 447642. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Jhitkatola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhitkatola 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker 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 Jhitkatola
Below is a concise population overview of Jhitkatola 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 | 522 | 261 | 261 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 199 | 198 |
Literate Population | 313 | 176 | 137 |
Illiterate Population | 209 | 85 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhitkatola village:
- The total population of Jhitkatola village is around 522, including approximately 261 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Jhitkatola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhitkatola village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 397 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhitkatola village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 67.43% and female literacy at 52.49%.
- There are around 130 households in Jhitkatola village.
Connectivity of Jhitkatola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhitkatola. As per the 2011 stats, Jhitkatola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhitkatola
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhitkatola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhitkatola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhitkatola
- Where is Jhitkatola located?
- Jhitkatola village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the pincode of Jhitkatola?
- The pincode of Jhitkatola is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhitkatola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhitkatola is 522, with 261 males and 261 females.
- How many households are there in Jhitkatola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhitkatola village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhitkatola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhitkatola is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 67.43%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.