Chittarikkal
About Chittarikkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chittarikkal village is 627149. Chittarikkal village is located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, East Eleri is the gram panchayat of Chittarikkal village.
The total geographical area of village is 3265 hectares. Chittarikkal has a total population of 15,152 peoples, out of which male population is 7,398 while female population is 7,754. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1048 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chittarikkal village is 85.98% out of which 87.15% males and 84.86% females are literate. There are about 3,726 houses in chittarikkal village. Pincode of chittarikkal village locality is 671326.
When it comes to administration, Chittarikkal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chittarikkal village comes under Trikaripur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency. Kanhangad is nearest town to chittarikkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Chittarikkal
The population details of Chittarikkal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,152 | 7,398 | 7,754 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,537 | 765 | 772 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 855 | 424 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 13,027 | 6,447 | 6,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,125 | 951 | 1,174 |
Connectivity of Chittarikkal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chittarikkal
Where is Chittarikkal located?
Chittarikkal village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittarikkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittarikkal is East Eleri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chittarikkal?
The pincode of Chittarikkal is 671326, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chittarikkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chittarikkal is 15,152, with 7,398 males and 7,754 females.
How many households are there in Chittarikkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chittarikkal village has a total of 3,726 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chittarikkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chittarikkal is 85.98%. The male literacy rate is 87.15%, while the female literacy rate is 84.86%.