Chitar
Chitar is a village located in Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kanke (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Kokdoro is the gram panchayat of Chitar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitar unique in its vibrant Kanke-Ranchi region. You’ll see Chitar’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 Chitar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitar is 373491. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 834006. Kanke is nearest town to Chitar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chitar 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 Kanke Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitar
Population of Chitar
According to the 2011 Census, Chitar has a total population of about 712, with approximately 368 males and 344 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 204. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.57%, with male literacy at about 47.01% and female literacy near 35.76%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 712 | 368 | 344 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 110 | 94 |
Literate Population | 296 | 173 | 123 |
Illiterate Population | 416 | 195 | 221 |
Connectivity of Chitar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitar. As per the 2011 stats, Chitar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitar
- Where is Chitar located?
- Chitar village is situated in Kanke Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitar is Kokdoro (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitar?
- The pincode of Chitar is 834006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitar is 712, with 368 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Chitar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitar village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitar is 41.57%. The male literacy rate is 47.01%, while the female literacy rate is 35.76%.