Chitawal
Chitawal is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Chitawal village is also a gram panchayat.
Chitawal has its own place in the vibrant Barwani 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 Chitawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitawal is 478368. The village spans a total geographical area of 2055.33 hectares. Rajpur is nearest town to Chitawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitawal 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitawal
Population of Chitawal
Below is a concise population overview of Chitawal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,114 | 2,057 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 338 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,769 | 1,374 | 1,395 |
| Literate Population | 2,331 | 1,313 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 744 | 1,039 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitawal village:
- The total population of Chitawal village is around 4,114, including approximately 2,057 males and 2,057 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 648 children aged 0–6 years in Chitawal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitawal village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,769 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitawal village is about 56.66%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 49.49%.
- There are around 762 households in Chitawal village.
Connectivity of Chitawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitawal. As per the 2011 stats, Chitawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitawal
- Where is Chitawal located?
- Chitawal village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitawal?
- Chitawal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chitawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitawal is 4,114, with 2,057 males and 2,057 females.
- How many households are there in Chitawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitawal village has a total of 762 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitawal is 56.66%. The male literacy rate is 63.83%, while the female literacy rate is 49.49%.