Chithara
About Chithara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chithara village is 628429. Chithara village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Chithara village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3363 hectares. Chithara has a total population of 20,268 peoples, out of which male population is 9,381 while female population is 10,887. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1160 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chithara village is 81.73% out of which 83.13% males and 80.54% females are literate. There are about 5,260 houses in chithara village. Pincode of chithara village locality is 691536.
Punalur is nearest town to chithara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Chithara
The population details of Chithara 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 | 20,268 | 9,381 | 10,887 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,091 | 1,083 | 1,008 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3,049 | 1,416 | 1,633 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 534 | 242 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 16,566 | 7,798 | 8,768 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,702 | 1,583 | 2,119 |
Connectivity of Chithara
| 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 Chithara
Where is Chithara located?
Chithara village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chithara?
Chithara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chithara?
The pincode of Chithara is 691536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chithara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chithara is 20,268, with 9,381 males and 10,887 females.
How many households are there in Chithara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chithara village has a total of 5,260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chithara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chithara is 81.73%. The male literacy rate is 83.13%, while the female literacy rate is 80.54%.