Chittoh - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Chittoh is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi(padder) and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Tihari serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chittoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittoh is 004795. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768.5 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar] is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Chittoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chittoh
According to the 2011 Census, Chittoh village had a total population of 684 people, including 365 males and 319 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.47%, with male literacy at 73.05% and female literacy at 26.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 684 | 365 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 225 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 140 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Chittoh
Chittoh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chittoh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chittoh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar] to Chittoh is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chittoh is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittoh 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chittoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittoh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittoh
Where is Chittoh located?
Chittoh village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chittoh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chittoh is Tihari.
What is the pincode of Chittoh?
The pincode of Chittoh is 182204.
What is the population of Chittoh?
Chittoh had a total population of 684, including 365 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Chittoh?
Chittoh had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chittoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittoh was 51.47%. Male literacy was 73.05% and female literacy was 26.77%.