Chittoor - Kundapura, Udupi
Chittoor is a village situated in the Kundapura taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundapura and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Chitturu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittoor is 608708. The village covers a total geographical area of 1847.69 hectares and falls under the 576233 pincode. Kundapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chittoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chittoor
As per Census 2011, Chittoor village has a total population of 2,917 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,592 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 1,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,917 | 1,325 | 1,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 164 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 117 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 938 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 387 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Chittoor
Chittoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vandse | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Idurkunhadi | North | 4.44 km |
| Hosoor | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Karkunje | South | 4.84 km |
| Aloor | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Bellal | East | 5.94 km |
| Noojadi | West | 6.39 km |
| Kenchanoor | South-West | 6.57 km |
| Devalkunda | South-West | 6.86 km |
| Kundabarandadi | West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chittoor
Chittoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Senapura, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundapur to Chittoor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Chittoor is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chittoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chittoor
Where is Chittoor located?
Chittoor village is located in Kundapura Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittoor is Chitturu.
What is the pincode of Chittoor?
The pincode of Chittoor is 576233.
What is the population of Chittoor?
Chittoor has a total population of 2,917, including 1,325 males and 1,592 females.
How many households are there in Chittoor?
There are 563 households in Chittoor.
What is the literacy rate in Chittoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittoor is 64.59%. Male literacy is 70.79% and female literacy is 59.42%.