Chitawal - Rajpur, Barwani
Chitawal is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Chitawal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitawal is 478368. The village covers a total geographical area of 2055.33 hectares and falls under the 451442 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chitawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitawal
As per Census 2011, Chitawal village has a total population of 4,114 people, consisting of 2,057 males and 2,057 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,331 literate and 1,783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,769 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitawal are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chitawal
Chitawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasgaon | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Jahoor | North | 3.81 km |
| Bhamori Buzurg | East | 4.41 km |
| Sangwi (than) | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Ghegaon | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Than | West | 4.72 km |
| Kholgaon | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Badsalaya | North-West | 6.01 km |
| Segaon | South | 6.42 km |
| Padala (kadwi) | South-West | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitawal
Chitawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Omkareshwar Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Chitawal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Chitawal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitawal
Where is Chitawal located?
Chitawal village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitawal?
Chitawal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitawal?
The pincode of Chitawal is 451442.
What is the population of Chitawal?
Chitawal has a total population of 4,114, including 2,057 males and 2,057 females.
How many households are there in Chitawal?
There are 762 households in Chitawal.
What is the literacy rate in Chitawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitawal is 56.66%. Male literacy is 63.83% and female literacy is 49.49%.