Chitarpur - Balumath, Latehar
Chitarpur is a village situated in the Balumath subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balumath and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Dhadhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitarpur is 367399. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 829203 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitarpur
As per Census 2011, Chitarpur village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 601 males and 685 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,227 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawadih | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Murgaon | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Hempur | North | 2.27 km |
| Bana | South | 2.40 km |
| Kuramubartpur | West | 2.84 km |
| Nagar | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Bhaisadon | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Semarsot | North | 3.69 km |
| Ambadohar | South | 4.17 km |
| Dhadhu | East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitarpur
Chitarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Latehar to Chitarpur is about 37 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitarpur
Where is Chitarpur located?
Chitarpur village is located in Balumath Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitarpur is Dhadhu.
What is the pincode of Chitarpur?
The pincode of Chitarpur is 829203.
What is the population of Chitarpur?
Chitarpur has a total population of 1,286, including 601 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Chitarpur?
There are 213 households in Chitarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chitarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitarpur is 41.76%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 31.82%.