Chitarpur - Topchanchi, Dhanbad
Chitarpur is a village situated in the Topchanchi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Topchanchi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Chitarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitarpur is 361329. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 828402 pincode.
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 Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitarpur
As per Census 2011, Chitarpur village has a total population of 4,187 people, consisting of 2,216 males and 1,971 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,452 literate and 1,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,187 | 2,216 | 1,971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 347 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 317 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 167 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,489 | 963 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,735 | 727 | 1,008 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahubahiar | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Khanwadih | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Kusumdiha | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Madaidih | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Majhiladih | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Pipratand | East | 2.28 km |
| Karmatanr | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Tantri | South | 2.39 km |
| Kalajhar | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitarpur
Chitarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Chitarpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitarpur
Where is Chitarpur located?
Chitarpur village is located in Topchanchi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, 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 828402.
What is the population of Chitarpur?
Chitarpur has a total population of 4,187, including 2,216 males and 1,971 females.
How many households are there in Chitarpur?
There are 771 households in Chitarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chitarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitarpur is 58.56%. Male literacy is 67.19% and female literacy is 48.86%.