Chittapur - Lingasugur, Raichur
Chittapur is a village situated in the Lingasugur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Lingsugur and around 118 km from Raichur. Chittapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittapur is 600396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1823.41 hectares and falls under the 584127 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chittapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chittapur
As per Census 2011, Chittapur village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,068 males and 1,026 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,042 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 712 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,068 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 181 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 381 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 676 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 392 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Chittapur
Chittapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawoor(small) | North | 2.44 km |
| Narakaladinni | South | 2.80 km |
| Bendona | East | 3.09 km |
| Kamaldinni | West | 3.29 km |
| Jawoor(big) | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Nowli | West | 3.74 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Julgudda | South | 4.77 km |
| Nandihal | East | 4.90 km |
| Roudal Banda | North-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chittapur
Chittapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudala Sangam, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lingsugur to Chittapur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Chittapur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chittapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittapur
Where is Chittapur located?
Chittapur village is located in Lingasugur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittapur is Chittapura.
What is the pincode of Chittapur?
The pincode of Chittapur is 584127.
What is the population of Chittapur?
Chittapur has a total population of 2,094, including 1,068 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Chittapur?
There are 430 households in Chittapur.
What is the literacy rate in Chittapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittapur is 49.76%. Male literacy is 63.30% and female literacy is 35.67%.