Chhitkul
Chhitkul is a village located in Sangla tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Sangla. Sangla is the sub-district headquarter of Chhitkul village. As per 2009 stats, Chhitkul village is also a gram panchayat.
Chhitkul has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur 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 Chhitkul
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhitkul is 027352. The village spans a total geographical area of 335 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172106. Rampur is nearest town to Chhitkul village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chhitkul
Population of Chhitkul
Below is a concise population overview of Chhitkul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 582 | 317 | 265 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 149 | 209 |
Literate Population | 428 | 258 | 170 |
Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhitkul village:
- The total population of Chhitkul village is around 582, including approximately 317 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Chhitkul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chhitkul village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 358 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chhitkul village is about 73.54%, with male literacy at 81.39% and female literacy at 64.15%.
- There are around 127 households in Chhitkul village.
Connectivity of Chhitkul
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhitkul. As per the 2011 stats, Chhitkul 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 within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhitkul
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhitkul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhitkul.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhitkul
- Where is Chhitkul located?
- Chhitkul village is situated in Sangla Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhitkul?
- Chhitkul serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chhitkul?
- The pincode of Chhitkul is 172106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhitkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhitkul is 582, with 317 males and 265 females.
- How many households are there in Chhitkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhitkul village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhitkul as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhitkul is 73.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.39%, while the female literacy rate is 64.15%.