Kita - Chandwa, Latehar
Kita is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Sasang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kita is 367539. The village covers a total geographical area of 875 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Kita 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 Kita
As per Census 2011, Kita village has a total population of 1,176 people, consisting of 583 males and 593 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 653 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 583 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 166 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 653 | 313 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 201 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 382 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Kita
Kita 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 Kita
Public transport in the Kita is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kita.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Kita is about 30 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 Kita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kita
Where is Kita located?
Kita village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kita?
The Gram Panchayat of Kita is Sasang.
What is the pincode of Kita?
The pincode of Kita is 829203.
What is the population of Kita?
Kita has a total population of 1,176, including 583 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Kita?
There are 195 households in Kita.
What is the literacy rate in Kita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kita is 28.91%. Male literacy is 34.48% and female literacy is 23.44%.