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.
Here you can discover what makes Chitawal unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Barwani region. You’ll see Chitawal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Chitawal has a total population of about 4,114, with approximately 2,057 males and 2,057 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 648 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,769. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.66%, with male literacy at about 63.83% and female literacy near 49.49%. There are around 762 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.