Chitewani - Tirodi, Balaghat
Chitewani is a village situated in the Tirodi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirodi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Hardoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitewani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitewani is 497369. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.96 hectares and falls under the 481449 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chitewani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitewani
According to the 2011 Census, Chitewani village had a total population of 102 people, including 59 males and 43 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 729 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.77%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 42.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 42 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Chitewani
Chitewani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Idam(hamesha) | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Bori(hamesha) | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Bonkatta | West | 1.84 km |
| Pathari | South | 2.06 km |
| Sitalgarh(hamesha) | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Pipartola(hamesha) | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Dhutera | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Nakadongari | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Chichgaon | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Pulputta | East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitewani
Chitewani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahkepar Road, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Chitewani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chitewani is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitewani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitewani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitewani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitewani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitewani
Where is Chitewani located?
Chitewani village is located in Tirodi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitewani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitewani is Hardoli.
What is the pincode of Chitewani?
The pincode of Chitewani is 481449.
What is the population of Chitewani?
Chitewani had a total population of 102, including 59 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chitewani?
Chitewani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitewani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitewani was 62.77%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 42.50%.