Chithari
Chithari is a village located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, Ajanoor is the gram panchayat of Chithari village.
Chithari has its own place in the vibrant Kasaragod region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chithari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chithari is 627138. The village spans a total geographical area of 1327 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 671316. Kanhangad is nearest town to Chithari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chithari 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 Kanhangad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chithari
Population of Chithari
Below is a concise population overview of Chithari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 16,074 | 7,588 | 8,486 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,978 | 1,053 | 925 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 153 | 158 |
Literate Population | 12,754 | 6,202 | 6,552 |
Illiterate Population | 3,320 | 1,386 | 1,934 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chithari village:
- The total population of Chithari village is around 16,074, including approximately 7,588 males and 8,486 females, with a sex ratio of 1118 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,978 children aged 0–6 years in Chithari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chithari village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 311 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chithari village is about 79.35%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 77.21%.
- There are around 3,308 households in Chithari village.
Connectivity of Chithari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chithari. As per the 2011 stats, Chithari 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chithari
Knowing the nearby villages of Chithari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chithari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chithari
- Where is Chithari located?
- Chithari village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chithari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chithari is Ajanoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chithari?
- The pincode of Chithari is 671316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chithari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chithari is 16,074, with 7,588 males and 8,486 females.
- How many households are there in Chithari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chithari village has a total of 3,308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chithari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chithari is 79.35%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 77.21%.