Chitarpur

Chitarpur is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Dhadhu is the gram panchayat of Chitarpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Chitarpur unique in its vibrant Balumath-Latehar region. You’ll see Chitarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chitarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitarpur is 367399. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumath is nearest town to Chitarpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chitarpur 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra 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 Chitarpur

According to the 2011 Census, Chitarpur has a total population of about 1,286, with approximately 601 males and 685 females. The sex ratio is around 1139 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.76%, with male literacy at about 53.08% and female literacy near 31.82%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,286 601 685
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 245 117 128
Scheduled Castes (SC) 37 22 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,227 568 659
Literate Population 537 319 218
Illiterate Population 749 282 467

Connectivity of Chitarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Chitarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chitarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Chitarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitarpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chitarpur

Where is Chitarpur located?
Chitarpur village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitarpur is Dhadhu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chitarpur?
The pincode of Chitarpur is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chitarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitarpur is 1,286, with 601 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Chitarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitarpur village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitarpur is 41.76%. The male literacy rate is 53.08%, while the female literacy rate is 31.82%.